Zatral XL 10 mg, for maintaining prostate health - 30 tablets
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Zatral XL 10 mg, for maintaining prostate health - 30 tablets
Scientific name
Alfuzosin 10 mg tablets
Zatral XL 10 mg Tablets belongs to
Prostate medications
How does Fuzosin work?
Alfuzosin belongs to a group of medicines called alpha blockers.
Blocking alpha-1 receptors in the lower urinary tract relaxes the smooth muscles in both the prostate and bladder neck, improving urine flow and reducing symptoms associated with the disease.
Medical uses of Zatral XL 10 mg tablets
Alfuzosin can be used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
This occurs when the prostate gland becomes enlarged, but the growth is not cancerous (it's benign).
It can cause problems with urination.
This mainly occurs in older men.
How to use Zatral XL 10 mg tablets
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Doses may vary from patient to patient based on your age, medical condition, and whether or not you are taking other medications.
Swallow your tablets whole with plenty of water.
Do not break, crush, or chew your tablets.
Take this medicine after a meal.
The usual dosage is one tablet three times a day.
Doses may be changed under special circumstances, so always follow your doctor or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more medicine than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital immediately.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose.
Side effects of Zatral XL 10 mg tablets
Although the following side effects are not common to everyone, some patients may experience:
Feeling dizzy or faint.
Headache
nausea
stomach pain
Weakness or fatigue.
Feeling dizzy or faint when standing or sitting up quickly (postural hypotension).
Diarrhea.
dry mouth
Use of Zatral XL 10 mg tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the potential risks and benefits of using this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Tips to reduce prostate pain
Make sure to urinate frequently and avoid urinary retention.
Eating a healthy diet may benefit the prostate. Good things to include in your diet are plenty of fruits, vegetables, and green tea. Omega capsules may also be helpful.
Saw Palmetto, as found in Re-Prost Capsules , has been found to be beneficial in maintaining prostate health.
Always take your prostate medication exactly as directed by your doctor.
Warnings and precautions while using Zatral XL 10 mg tablets
Before using this medicine, talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:
You are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine.
You had chest pain (angina).
You have had a long-standing urinary tract infection (including the kidneys, bladder, and urethra)
You will have eye surgery for cataracts.
You have had circulatory problems affecting the brain where there is a risk of brain damage.
You had decreased blood flow.
You had heart disease
You had genetic problems with the way your heart beats.
You are over 65 years old.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins and nutritional supplements.
How to store Zatral XL 10 mg tablets
Store below 25°C.
Do not refrigerate the medicine.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Must be stored in the original container to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the carton/blister/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
