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Medicines alfuzosin hydrochlorideQuestion & answer

alfuzosin hydrochloride · Medicine question

Why must alfuzosin hydrochloride tablets be swallowed whole?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

The answer

Answer

They are designed to release alfuzosin gradually. Crushing, chewing or breaking them can cause inappropriate release and early adverse effects.

Sources for this answer

Alfuzosin (Zochek) 10 mg Prolonged Release Tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 7
Besavar XL 10mg Tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 13

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