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Alfuzosin

Alfuzosin ((R,S)-N- tetrahydro-2-furancarboxamide, provided as the hydrochloride salt) is an alpha-adrenergic blocker used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. more...

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Side effects

The most common side effects are dizziness (due to postural hypotension), upper respiratory tract infection, headache, and fatigue.

Contraindications

Alfuzosin should be used with caution in patients with severe renal insufficiency, and should not be prescribed to patients with a known history of QT prolongation or to patients who are taking medications known to prolong the QT interval.

Brand names

Uroxatral® (Sanofi Aventis)

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	Once-Daily alfuzosin safe for high-risk BPH patients. (Under FDA Review). : An article from: Family Practice News $5.95	Once-daily alfuzosin: good result, few side effects in pro static hyperplasia. (Under FDA Review).(benign prostatic hyperplasia treatment) : An article from: Internal Medicine News $5.95

	Panel: side effects acceptable for BPH, ED drugs: Alfuzosin, Vardenafil.(Clinical Rounds)(benign prostatic hypertrophy)(erectile dysfunction ) : An article from: Family Practice News $5.95


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