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GlossaryDoxazosin

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 Development of a Doxazosin and Finasteride Transdermal System for Combination Therapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

13 citations , August 2013 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

Researchers created a skin patch that delivers two drugs for treating enlarged prostate, which may improve patient use and dosage control.

research Adverse Dermatologic Effects of Cardiovascular Drug Therapy: Part III

15 citations , November 2002 in “Cardiology in Review”

Cardiovascular drugs can cause various skin problems, so recognizing these reactions is important.

research The Long-Term Effect of Doxazosin, Finasteride, and Combination Therapy on the Clinical Progression of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

1707 citations , December 2003 in “The New England Journal of Medicine”

Combination therapy of doxazosin and finasteride safely and effectively reduces benign prostatic hyperplasia progression risk.

research Is the Sulfonamide Group of Tamsulosin the Main Factor in the Pathophysiology of Floppy Iris Syndrome?

January 2018 in “Haydarpaşa Numune Hastanesi tıp dergisi”

Tamsulosin's sulfonamide group may contribute to floppy iris syndrome.

research Pharmacological Therapy of Benign Prostate Syndrome (BPS)

September 2006 in “Aktuelle Urologie”

Combination drug therapies are more effective for high-risk BPS patients but have more side effects and costs.

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