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ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 75046A1XTN) (ALFUZOSIN - UNII:90347YTW5F)
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE
ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are not indicated for the treatment of hypertension. Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are not indicated for use in the pediatric population. Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are contraindicated for use: - in patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment (Childs-Pugh categories B and C), since alfuzosin blood levels are increased in these patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. in patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment (Childs-Pugh categories B and C), since alfuzosin blood levels are increased in these patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. - with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, and ritonavir, since alfuzosin blood levels are increased [see Drug Interactio
Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended release tablets 10 mg are yellow, round, flat-faced beveled-edge tablets. Engraved “APO” on one side, “ALF” over “10” on the other side. They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30 (NDC 54868-6329-0) Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container [see USP]. Protect from light and moisture. Keep alfuzosin hydrochloride extended release tablets out of reach of children.
Abbreviated New Drug Application
ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE - ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE PHYSICIANS TOTAL CARE, INC. ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLE TS. ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 2003 RECENT MAJOR CHANGES Indications and Usage (1.1) 12/2010 Warnings and Precautions, PDE5 inhibitors (5.4) 04/2010 Warnings and Precautions, Priapism (5.7) 12/2010 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablet is an alpha adrenergic antagonist, indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. (1) (1) (1) Important Limitations of Use: (1) Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are not indicated for treatment of hypertension. (1.1) (1) Alfuzosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are not indicated for use in the pediatric population. (1.1, 8.4, 12.3) (1) (1) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION 10 mg once daily with food and with the same meal each day. (2) (2) Tablets should not be chewed or crushed (2, 12.3) (2) (2) DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Extended-release tablet: 10 mg (3) (3) CONTRAINDICATIONS Moderate or severe hepatic impairment (4, 8.7, 12.3) Co-administration with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir) (4, 5.4, 7.1, 12.3) Known hypersensitivity (e.g., urticaria or angioedema) to alfuzosin or any of the ingredients (4, 6.2) WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Postural hypotension/syncope: Care should be taken in patients with symptomatic hypotension or who have had a hypotensive response to other medications or are concomitantly treated with antihypertensive medication or nitrates (5.1) Use with caution in patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance <30 mL/min) (5.2, 8.6, 12.3) Use with caution in patients with mild hepatic impairment (5.3, 8.7, 12.3) Should not be Read the complete document