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Doxazosin Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Doxazosin-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Doxazosin brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Doxazosin Pronunciation : dox ay' zoe sin Therapeutic Classification : BPH AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Doxazosin
India :
Doxapress |
Doxacard (4 mg) |
Duraten (2 mg) |
Duracard (1mg) |
Doxa |
Duracard (4 mg) |
Doxacard (1 mg) |
Duraten |
Doxapress (2 mg) |
Doxacard (2 mg)
International :
Cardura
Why is Doxazosin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an alpha blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (an enlarged prostate). It relaxes the muscles around the urethra and decreases chances of surgery.When should Doxazosin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Known hypersensitivity to quinazolines.What is the dosage of Doxazosin?
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 should Doxazosin be taken?
This medication available in the form of tablet to take by mouth, usually taken with or without food once a day in the morning or in the evening.What are the warnings and precautions for Doxazosin?
•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 hour after starting therapy or dose changes.
• Consult with your doctor during Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What are the side effects of Doxazosin?
Heart- Irregular heart beat, chest pain.Genitourinary- Decreased sexual ability, painful erection of the penis that lasts for hours.
Miscellaneous- Headache, tiredness, swelling of the mouth, shortness of breath, weight gain, joint pain, abnormal vision, runny nose, hives.
