DOXAZOSIN

Generic Name : DOXAZOSIN

TradeName : ALFAZOSIN tab DOXACARD tab DOXAPRESS tab DURACARD tab DURATEN tab

Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is prescribed for an enlarged prostate treatment. It relaxes the muscles around the urethra and decreases chances of surgery.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications) : Known hypersensitivity to quinazolines.

When it is to be taken : HTN Initial: 1 mg/day at bedtime. Maintenance: 4 mg once daily. Max: 16 mg/day. Benign prostatic hyperplasia Initial: 1 mg/day at bedtime. Maintenance: 2 to 4 mg/day. Max: 8 mg/day by oral

How it should be taken : This medication available in the form of tablet and an extended-release tablet to take by mouth, usually taken with or without food once a day in the morning or in the evening.

Special Instruction :
*Prostate cancer should be ruled out before starting therapy. *Orthostatic hypotension may occur at the initiation of therapy or when there is dose increase. *Avoid driving or performing hazardous tasks for 24 hr after starting therapy or dose changes. *Consult with your doctor during Pregnancy and lactation.

Side Effects :
Heart:
Irregular heart beat, chest pain.
Genitourinary:
Decreased sexual ability, painful erection of the penis that lasts for hours.
OTHERS:
Headache, tiredness, swelling of the mouth, shortness of breath, weight gain, joint pain, abnormal vision, runny nose, hives.

Other Precautions :
Monitor blood pressure and pulse regularly.

Storage Conditions :
Store at 25°C. Store it in airtight container.