Alfuzosin
Uroxatral (alfuzosin) is an alpha-blocker medication used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. It works by relaxing smooth muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate and reducing symptoms like frequent urination, weak stream, and difficulty starting urination. This medication is typically prescribed to men with BPH and is available by prescription only.
Uroxatral is a prescription alpha-blocker used to treat urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 356728
- Generic
- Uroxatral
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Uroxatral is indicated for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), helping relieve lower urinary tract symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, weak urine stream, and difficulty initiating urination.
As an alpha-1 adrenergic blocker, Uroxatral works by relaxing smooth muscle tissue in the prostate and bladder neck, reducing obstruction to urine flow and improving urinary symptoms associated with BPH.
Uroxatral may cause dizziness or fainting, especially with first dose. It should not be used with other alpha-blockers or in patients with severe liver impairment. Patients should be aware of potential interactions with certain medications and should inform their healthcare provider of all current medications before starting treatment.
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