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GlossaryDoxazosin (Cardura)

medication that relaxes blood vessels and prostate muscles

Doxazosin, also known by the brand name Cardura, is a medication primarily used to treat high blood pressure and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It works by relaxing blood vessels and the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate and lowering blood pressure.

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research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

52 citations , February 2006 in “Current pharmaceutical design”

5α-reductase inhibitors and alpha-1 adrenergic antagonists together effectively treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, with long-term benefits.

research Epidemiology and Treatment Modalities for the Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

110 citations , October 2019 in “Translational Andrology and Urology”

More men are getting benign prostatic hyperplasia, and there are many treatments, from medication to surgery, with new methods being developed.

research Comparison of Different Alpha-Blocker Combinations in Male Hypertensives with Refractory Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms

8 citations , January 2011 in “Korean Journal of Andrology”

The doxazosin plus tamsulosin combination improved symptoms effectively with fewer side effects.

research Pharmacological Therapy of Benign Prostate Syndrome

20 citations , December 2015 in “Der Urologe”

Combining medications is more effective for treating benign prostatic syndrome symptoms.

research MP-09.08

October 2006 in “Urology”

The study found that different criteria led to different patient groups in the CombAT study compared to the MTOPS study.

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