Doxazosin
Information about Doxazosin
Doxazosin uses
Doxazosin is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia and hypertension.
How doxazosin works
Doxazosin works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.
Doxazosin also lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.
Common side effects of doxazosin
Dizziness, Fainting, Sleepiness, Weakness, Nausea, Vomiting, Dry mouth, Blurred vision, Nasal congestion, Breathlessness, Constipation, Headache, Edema
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Expert advice for Doxazosin
- You may experience syncope (temporary loss of consciousness caused by a fall in blood pressure) especially in the upright position, along with other postural symptoms such as dizziness after the first dose. Do not panic, you should sit or lie down until you feel better.
- Inform your doctor that you are on doxazosin therapy, if you are to undergo an eye surgery for cataract so as to avoid the complications during cataract surgery.
- Do not drive or operate machinery as doxazosin may make you drowsy or dizzy.
- Take screening test for the presence of prostate cancer prior to treatment and at regular intervals afterwards.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Doxazosin
Doxazosin
Q. Is doxazosin a beta blocker or an alpha blocker?
Doxazosin belongs to class of medications called alpha-receptor blockers or alpha-blockers
Q. Is doxazosin or doxazosin mesylate safe?
Doxazosinare or doxazosin mesylate are safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is doxazosin a statin or a blood thinner (thin the blood)?
Doxazosin is neither a statin nor a blood thinner