Xatral LP Tablet 10mg

About Xatral LP Tablet 10mg

Xatral LP Tablet 10mg Uses

• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms
• Difficulty starting urination (hesitancy)
• Weak or interrupted urine stream
• Frequent urination, especially at night (nocturia)
• A feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

Xatral LP Tablet 10mg Benefits

• Improves urine flow within days of starting
• Reduces nighttime bathroom trips
• Once daily extended release dosing
• No gradual dose titration needed, unlike immediate release alfuzosin
• A non-hormonal option for prostate symptom relief

What Experts Say

Alfuzosin is an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocker. It relaxes the smooth muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, easing the pressure that makes urination difficult in men with an enlarged prostate. The extended release formula keeps a steady effect over 24 hours, which is why the tablet is taken only once a day, right after the same meal every time.

Urologists commonly prescribe Xatral LP for men with moderate to severe BPH symptoms who struggle with weak stream, hesitancy or waking up repeatedly at night to urinate. Because it targets the prostate directly, it does not shrink the gland but improves comfort and flow within days of starting therapy.

Doctors advise taking the first dose at bedtime since alfuzosin can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, dizziness or fainting, especially when standing up quickly. Anyone on blood pressure medicines, kidney disease, or planning cataract eye surgery should inform their doctor before starting this medicine.

Drug Class

• Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Blocker

Xatral LP Tablet 10mg formula

• Alfuzosin Hydrochloride

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Xatral LP Tablet 10mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, right after the same meal every day.
• Swallow the tablet whole, do not crush, chew or split it.
• The first dose is best taken at bedtime to reduce the chance of dizziness.
• The medicine should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.
• If a dose is missed, it should be skipped, with the next dose taken as scheduled.

Drug Interactions

Xatral LP Tablet 10mg can interact with other medicines, tell your doctor everything you take.

• Other Alpha Blockers: Combining with drugs like tamsulosin or doxazosin raises the risk of very low blood pressure.
• Blood Pressure Medicines: Can add to the blood pressure lowering effect of antihypertensives.
• PDE5 Inhibitors: Sildenafil and similar drugs can worsen low blood pressure symptoms.
• CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Ketoconazole, ritonavir and similar drugs can raise alfuzosin levels in the blood.
• Alcohol: Can increase dizziness and the risk of fainting.

Risks and warnings

• Low Blood Pressure: Can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially with the first dose or after a dose increase.
• Fainting Risk: Dizziness or fainting may occur when standing up quickly, use caution when driving.
• Cataract Surgery: Tell your eye surgeon you take alfuzosin, it can complicate cataract surgery.
• Liver Disease: Not recommended for patients with severe liver impairment.
• Heart Conditions: Use with caution in people with existing heart disease or QT prolongation risk.

Xatral LP Tablet 10mg Side Effects

Xatral LP is generally well tolerated, though some people notice mild effects when they start treatment.

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Stuffy or runny nose

Contact your doctor right away or seek emergency help if you notice any of the following serious effects.

• Fainting or severe dizziness on standing
• Irregular or fast heartbeat
• Chest pain
• A painful erection lasting more than four hours
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face or throat

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children.