Alfuzosin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Uroxatral;, Xatral
Category- Benign prostatic hyperplasia
therapy agent
DescriptionAlfuzosin((al-FYOO-zoe-sin))
is used to treat the signs and symptoms of benign enlargement of the prostate
(benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). Benign enlargement of the prostate
is a problem that can occur in men as they get older. The prostate gland is
located below the bladder. As the prostate gland enlarges, certain muscles
in the gland may become tight and get in the way of the tube that drains urine
from the bladder. This can cause problems in urinating, such as a need to
urinate often, a weak stream when urinating, or a feeling of not being able
to empty the bladder completely. Alfuzosin helps relax the muscles in the
prostate and the opening of the bladder. This may help increase the flow of
urine and/or decrease the symptoms.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Oral
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Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S.—
In Canada—
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