Flotral 10 Tablet PR

Flotral 10 Tablet PR is an oral tablet that contains alfuzosin 10 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the alpha-1 blocker class and is used to help relieve urinary symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also called an enlarged prostate. Flotral 10 Tablet PR is designed to make urination easier by relaxing muscle in the prostate and bladder neck.

How it works: Alfuzosin relaxes the smooth muscle around the prostate and the opening of the bladder, which lowers resistance to urine flow. Because Flotral 10 Tablet PR is a prolonged-release tablet, it releases the medicine gradually to help maintain symptom control through the day.

Flotral 10 Tablet PR is the 10 mg sustained-release strength of alfuzosin, which is a commonly used full adult dose for BPH symptoms. Because it is a prolonged-release tablet, it is meant for patients who need steady symptom control rather than rapid, short-lived relief, and it should not be split, crushed, or chewed. A doctor may choose this strength when standard lower-dose options are not appropriate or when a once-daily controlled-release tablet is preferred.

• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• Urinary hesitancy
• Weak urine stream
• Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying
• Frequent urination due to enlarged prostate

• Swallow Flotral 10 Tablet PR whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it after the same meal each day, because food helps with proper absorption of this prolonged-release tablet.
• Do not crush, chew, split, or dissolve the tablet.
• Take it exactly as prescribed; do not take extra doses to get faster relief.
• If you miss a dose, take the next dose at the regular time and do not double up.
• Be careful when standing up quickly after taking it, especially when you first start treatment.

Each Flotral 10 Tablet PR provides alfuzosin 10 mg. This is typically taken once daily, and the maximum dose is usually 10 mg per day unless your doctor specifically instructs otherwise. Your doctor decides whether this 10 mg prolonged-release tablet is appropriate based on your symptoms, age, blood pressure, and other medicines.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Alfuzosin may include:

• Dizziness, especially when standing up
• Headache
• Fatigue or weakness
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Upset stomach or nausea
• Lightheadedness
• Low blood pressure symptoms; these may be more noticeable with Flotral 10 Tablet PR when first started or after dose changes

• Flotral 10 Tablet PR can lower blood pressure and cause dizziness, so use caution when driving, climbing stairs, or getting up quickly.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems, low blood pressure, heart disease, or a history of fainting.
• Avoid taking it with nitrates or other medicines that can significantly lower blood pressure unless your prescriber says it is safe.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness and fainting risk.
• Use extra care if you take other alpha blockers, medicines for erectile dysfunction, or blood pressure medicines.
• Tell your eye surgeon that you take alfuzosin before cataract or glaucoma surgery.
• This tablet is for adult men with BPH symptoms and is not meant for sudden urinary blockage or for use in children.

• Nitrates such as nitroglycerin
• PDE-5 inhibitors such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil
• Other alpha blockers
• Antihypertensive medicines
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, or clarithromycin

Store Flotral 10 Tablet PR in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.