Uroxatral is an alpha-blocker. It is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia in men with an enlarged prostate.
Synonyms: Alfuzosin is marketed in the United States by Sanofi Aventis under the brand name Uroxatral and elsewhere under the tradename Xat or Xatral, and in Egypt under name of Prostetrol.
Common use
Uroxatral is an alpha-blocker. It is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia in men with an enlarged prostate. It works by blocking receptors in the lower urinary tract, relaxing smooth muscles in the bladder neck, and prostate.
Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.
Dosage and directions
Use Uroxatral as prescribed by your doctor. Take it orally with the same meal every day. Avoid splitting, crushing, breaking, or chewing it. Swallow it the whole.
Precautions
Use the medicine with caution. It can cause dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness. Avoid taking alcohol. Sit up or stand slowly. Avoid situations where injury could occur because of fainting. If chest pain occurs or worsens contact your doctor. If you have to have surgery especially dental or eye surgery for cataracts tell your doctor that you are using Uroxatral.
Uroxatral can cause a prolonged and painful erection. If this is not treated it could lead to impotence and other sexual problems.
It’s not recommended to use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Contraindications
You should not use the medicine if you have an allergy to it, liver problems and you are taking alpha-blockers, macrolide antibiotics, nefazodone, azole antifungals, HIV protease inhibitors, and telithromycin.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects include:
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- stomach pain
- runny nose
- headache
- fatigue.
Severe side effects include:
- severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness)
- back pain
- chest pain
- dark urine
- decreased sexual ability
- fainting
- fast or irregular heartbeat
- fever, chills, or persistent sore throat
- joint pain
- painful, prolonged erection
- pale stools
- severe or persistent dizziness
- severe or persistent stomach pain
- unusual fatigue or weakness
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
Seek medical help if any of the listed above symptoms occurs.
Drug interaction
Tell your doctor if you take the following medicines: azole antifungals, macrolide antibiotics, amiodarone, alpha-blockers, HIV protease inhibitors, nefazodone, nitrates, phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors (eg, sildenafil), or telithromycin because of the risk of side effects, such as severely low blood pressure, may be increased.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Uroxatral, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Overdose
Symptoms may include fainting, irregular heartbeat. Seek medical attention immediately if you overdosed on the medicine.
Storage
Store Uroxatral at 77 F (25 C) in a tightly-closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Uroxatral out of the reach of children and away from pets.
Disclaimer
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