Uses / Indications:
You can use Alfumet Tablet for:
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): To ease symptoms like
Trouble urinating
Weak flow of urine
Wanting to pee a lot, especially at night
Not completely emptying the bladder
Stopping the growth of BPH and the necessity for surgery.
Over time, it makes urination easier and shrinks the prostate.
Pregnancy interaction:
Not for women to use.
Pregnant women should not touch crushed or broken pills since finasteride can get into the skin and change the male fetus.
If a woman who could become pregnant unintentionally touches a broken tablet, she should wash the area right away with soap and water.
Men who take Alfumet should also not give blood for at least six months after finishing the medicine to keep pregnant women from getting it.
Expert advice:
Take it after meals, and try to do it at the same time every day.
Don't suddenly stop taking the medicine; talk to your doctor about how to ease off.
To avoid feeling dizzy (orthostatic hypotension), get up carefully from sitting or lying down.
Stay away from alcohol because it can make your blood pressure drop.
Alfuzosin may take a few days to work, while finasteride may take 3 to 6 months to work at its best.
Check your PSA levels (prostate-specific antigen) and liver function tests on a regular basis.
Please inform your doctor if you are planning to undergo cataract or glaucoma surgery. Alfuzosin may cause floppy iris syndrome during the surgery.
Keep it in a cool, dry area, away from light and moisture.
Side Effects:
Most side effects are modest and go away when the body becomes used to the medication.
Side effects that happen a lot:
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
Pain in the head
Feeling weak or worn out
Low blood pressure, especially when you stand up
Blocked nose
Ejaculatory issues or diminished libido
Breast discomfort or swelling (gynecomastia)
There are serious but rare adverse effects:
Fainting or a big drop in blood pressure
Higher levels of liver enzymes
Allergic reactions include swelling, redness, and itching.
Persistent erectile dysfunction (unusual, but can be treated)
If you feel very dizzy, faint, or have an allergic reaction, get medical attention right away.
How to use:
As your doctor says, take one tablet every day.
Do not crumble or chew; just swallow whole with water.
Take it after the same meal every day to keep your blood levels stable.
To get the most out of it, take it every day.
Don't quit all of a sudden without talking to your urologist.
How it works:
The Alfumet 100 mg/300 mg Tablet has two ways to help with prostate enlargement:
Alfuzosin:
A specific alpha-1 blocker that makes the smooth muscles of the prostate and bladder neck relax.
This makes it easier for urine to flow and lessens the chance of urinary blockage.
It provides a swift recovery from symptoms within a few days.
Finasteride:
A 5α-reductase inhibitor stops testosterone from turning into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is the hormone that makes the prostate grow.
It gradually reduces the size of the prostate and prevents it from increasing further.
Gives long-term advantages and cuts down on the need for surgery.
Alfuzosin quickly eases urinary symptoms, whereas finasteride slowly shrinks the prostate.
Faq for medicine:
1. What is the purpose of the Alfumet tablet?
It is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which is when the prostate grows too big and makes it hard to urinate.
2. How long does it take to work?
Alfuzosin helps alleviate symptoms in a few days.
It could take 3 to 6 months for finasteride to make a detectable difference in the size of the prostate.
3. Is it okay for women to use Alfumet?
No. It is only meant for men to use, and if a pregnant woman touches it, it could hurt her unborn male baby.
4. Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking this medicine?
Stay away from alcohol because it can make you sleepy and dizzy.
5. Does Alfumet have an effect on sexual function?
Yes, it can lower libido, cause difficulty with ejaculation, or cause transient erectile dysfunction in certain men. These normally go better when you stop taking them.
6. Is it safe to drive after taking this medicine?
Don't drive or use machinery until you know how the medicine will affect you. It could make you sleepy or dizzy.
7. What should I do if I forget to take my dose?
Please take it as soon as you remember. Don't double up if you're close to your next dose; just skip the missed one.
8. Do I have to take this prescription for the rest of my life?
Some men may need therapy for a long time, depending on how big their prostate is and how severe their symptoms are. Do what your urologist tells you to do.
9. Can Alfumet stop prostate cancer?
Finasteride lowers PSA levels and makes the prostate smaller; however, it is not licensed to stop cancer.
10. What should I do to stay safe while taking Alfumet?
Stand up slowly so you don't pass out.
Don't give blood for six months after you stop taking the medicine.
Regularly consult your doctor to monitor your prostate health.
Medicine interaction:
Alfumet (Alfuzosin + Finasteride) might not work with:
Other alpha-blockers (Tamsulosin, Doxazosin): There is a chance of low blood pressure.
Antihypertensives (like Amlodipine and Atenolol): These drugs can make you dizzy or faint.
Antifungals (Ketoconazole, Itraconazole): Raise the levels of Alfuzosin.
Antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin) can make alfuzosin levels higher.
HIV protease inhibitors (Ritonavir): Could make side effects more likely.
CYP3A4 inhibitors: Change how finasteride is broken down in the body.
Alcohol: raises the risk of dizziness and postural hypotension.
Always tell your doctor about all the medicines and supplements you are taking.
