Alfusin D Tablet ER is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland in men. It is a combination of Alfuzosin and Dutasteride, two medicines that work together to relieve urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate. Alfuzosin is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. Dutasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that reduces the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone responsible for prostate growth. Together, they improve urine flow, relieve difficulty in urination, and reduce the risk of urinary retention.
Uses
- Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benefits of Alfusin D
- Relieves symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Reduces difficulty in starting or maintaining urine flow
- Decreases the frequency and urgency of urination
- Shrinks the prostate gland and prevents further enlargement
- Reduces the risk of acute urinary retention and the need for surgery
- Improves overall urinary comfort and quality of life
How Alfusin D Tablet works
Alfusin D Tablet ER combines the effects of two active agents:
- Alfuzosin blocks alpha-1 receptors in the smooth muscle of the prostate and bladder neck. This relaxation improves urine flow and reduces symptoms like hesitancy, weak stream, and incomplete bladder emptying.
- Dutasteride inhibits the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, preventing the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). By lowering DHT levels, it reduces the size of the enlarged prostate and prevents further growth.
Together, these actions relieve pressure on the urethra, improve urinary symptoms, and slow disease progression.
Side effects
- Decreased libido
- Impotence (erectile dysfunction)
- Ejaculation disorders
- Dizziness or light-headedness
- Headache
