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Alfuzosin (al-FYOO-zoe-sin) is used to treat the signs and symptoms of benign enlargement of the prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). Benign enlargement of the prostate is a problem that can occur in men as they get older. The prostate gland is located below the bladder. As the prostate gland enlarges, certain muscles in the gland may become tight and get in the way of the tube that drains urine from the bladder. This can cause problems in urinating, such as a need to urinate often, a weak stream when urinating, or a feeling of not being able to empty the bladder completely. Alfuzosin helps relax the muscles in the prostate and the opening of the bladder. This may help increase the flow of urine and/or decrease the symptoms. Alfuzosin is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Oral Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Alfuzosin is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, enlarged prostate) such as frequent, urgent need to urinate during the day and at night, weak urine stream, and difficulty urinating. Alfuzosin is in a class of medications called alpha-1 blockers. It works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck to allow urine to flow more easily. Alfuzosin comes as an extended release (long acting) tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day, immediately after a meal. To help you remember to take Alfuzosin, take it after the same meal every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Alfuzosin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablets whole; do not split, chew, or crush them. Alfuzosin controls BPH but does not cure it. Continue to take Alfuzosin even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Alfuzosin without talking to your doctor. Brand names: - Alfuzosin - Uroxatral; - Xatral |