Flokind F Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Finasteride 5 mg+Tamsulosin 0.4 mg
Manufacturer
Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONFLOKIND F is a combination of Finasteride and Tamsulosin which belongs to the group of medicines called 5-Alpha reductase inhibitors and Alpha blockers respectively. It is used to manage the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adult men. BPH (also known enlarged prostate) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to increased production of a stress hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in aging men. Symptoms of BPH includes urinary problems such as difficulty in passing urine, urinary incontinence (unintentional passing of urine), frequent urination at night, sexual dysfunction or painful ejaculation. Finasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It reduces the production of a stress hormone called dihydrotestosterone that ca
Uses
abnormal enlargement of the prostate gland. Tamsulosin is an alpha-1 blocker. It relaxes the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate and improves the flow of urine. Collectively, they shrink the size of an enlarged prostate and improve bladder or urinary symptoms in patients with BPH. Before taking FLOKIND F inform your doctor if you any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you are scheduled for any upcoming eye surgery (cataract). During management with FLOKIND F, your doctor will regularly monitor your serum PSA levels (prostate specific antigen) to rule out risk of unwanted
How It Works
FLOKIND F contains two medicines such as finasteride and tamsulosin. Finasteride shrinks the size of an enlarged prostate by reducing the production of a stress hormone called dihydrotestosterone in the body that causes abnormal prostate enlargement. Tamsulosin improves urine flow and reduces other urinary symptoms associated with BPH by relaxing the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate. Collectively, they reduce the signs and symptoms of BPH.
Directions for Use
Take FLOKIND F as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. FLOKIND F can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking FLOKIND F without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects
FLOKIND F to their partners. The most common side effects of taking FLOKIND F are feeling dizzy while standing up, decrease in sex drive or ejaculation problems. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears once the therapy is stopped. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you. Also, inform your doctor if you any experience any prolonged, painful erections (priapism) or changes in your breasts (such as breast pain or tenderness, lumps in breast, or nipple discharge) after taking FLOKIND F. USES OF FLOKIND F Manage signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia HOW FLOKIND F WORKSFLOKIND F contains two medicines such as finasteride and tamsulosin. Finasteride shrinks the size of an enlarged prostate by reducing the production of a stress hormone called dihydrotestosterone in the body that causes abnormal prostate enlargement. Tamsulosin improves urine flow and reduces other urinary symptoms associated with BPH by relaxing the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate. Collectively, they reduce the signs and symptoms of BPH. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake FLOKIND F as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. FLOKIND F can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking FLOKIND F without consulting your doctor. SIDE EFFECTS OF FLOKIND FCOMMON feeling dizzy or faint while changing position problems with ejaculation cloudy urine impotence, decrease in sex drive UNCOMMON headache rapid heartbeat allergic symptoms (itching of the nose) nausea, vomiting diarrhoea constipation skin rash, itching lack of energy RAREStop taking FLOKIND F and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: priapism (persistent painful penile erection unrelated to sexual activity) chest pain severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash with redness and lumps, swelling of the face, eyelids, lips, mouth, and tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYFLOKIND F is not intended for use in women. Also, women who are pregnant or can become pregnant should not handle the leaked medicine or be exposed to the semen of men taking FLOKIND F, as it may cause serious abnormalities in the growing foetus. Contact your doctor for advice if a pregnant woman gets accidentally exposed to FLOKIND F. BREASTFEEDINGFLOKIND F is not intended for use in women. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness or light-headedness after taking FLOKIND F. ALCOHOLConsumption of alcohol is not recommended during management with FLOKIND F. KIDNEYFLOKIND F should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERFLOKIND F is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take FLOKIND F if you are allergic to Finasteride or Tamsulosin. HEART DISEASEFLOKIND F should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSFLOKIND F is not recommended for use if you: have prostate cancer Before taking FLOKIND F, inform your physician if you: have orthostatic hypotension (feeling dizzy or faint while standing up) have an upcoming cataract surgery are going to have blood test for PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Use in pediatrics: FLOKIND F is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: FLOKIND F should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interaction: Before taking FLOKIND F, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole, terbinafine) other alpha blockers (used to manage enlarged prostate or high blood pressure) such as prazosin, doxazosin, terazosin medicines used to manage erectile dysfunction (Ex vardenafil, sildenafil and tadalafil) erythromycin (a medicine used to manage bacterial infections) paroxetine (a medicine used to manage depression) diclofenac (a medicine used to manage pain or inflammation) warfarin (a medicine used to prevent blood clots) verapamil, diltiazem (medicines used to control high blood pressure) ritonavir, indinavir (used to manage viral infections) warfarin (used to prevent formation of blood clots in the body) cimetidine (used to manage stomach ulcers) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more FLOKIND F, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage might include decrease in blood pressure, which is characterized by symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, nausea, lack of concentration or blurred vision. SYNOPSIS Drug : Tamsulosin, Finasteride Pharmacological Category : Alpha-1 blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors Therapeutic Indication : Benign prostatic hyperplasia Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep FLOKIND F out of reach of children Store FLOKIND F at room temperature