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Compare Alfuzosin vs. Tamsulosin

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  • Alfuzosin er (Uroxatral)
    Tamsulosin (Flomax)
  • Alfuzosin er (Uroxatral)
    Tamsulosin (Flomax)

  • Summary of Alfuzosin vs. Tamsulosin

    Summary for Alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocker
    Prescription only

    Alfuzosin ER (Uroxatral) is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in males. It's taken by mouth only once daily because it's an extended-release (ER) medication. Alfuzosin ER (Uroxatral) is available as generic and brand name tablets. Common side effects of this medication include dizziness and headaches.

    Summary for Alpha-1 blocker
    Prescription only

    Tamsulosin (Flomax) is a commonly prescribed oral medication used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate. For it to work properly, you have to take it 30 minutes after the same meal each day. Also, since tamsulosin (Flomax) has a lot of interactions, you'll need to check with your healthcare provider or pharmacist before you start any new medications.

  • Indications of Alfuzosin vs. Tamsulosin

    Indications for
    •Signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
    Indications for
    •Enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH)

  • Pros and Cons of Alfuzosin vs. Tamsulosin

    Pros and Const for Alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocker
    Pros
    •Works to control BPH symptoms
    •Only need to take once daily
    •Taken by mouth
    •Available in a lower-cost, generic form
    Cons
    •Must take with a meal (the same one everyday)
    •Can cause dizziness and headache
    •Can't be used for people with moderate to severe liver problems
    •Interacts with some common medications, such as blood pressure medications
    Pros and Const for Alpha-1 blocker
    Pros
    •Considered a first-choice treatment option for BPH
    •Oral medication that you only have to take once a day
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    •Less likely to cause a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, compared to similar medications
    Cons
    •Only treats the symptoms of an enlarged prostate rather than affect the growth of the prostate
    •Needs to be taken at the same time every day 30 minutes after a meal
    •Can have negative side effects on your sexual health
    •Though rare, maybe not the best option for people with a sulfa allergy

  • Common Side Effects of Alfuzosin vs. Tamsulosin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dizziness (6%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (3%)
    •Headache (3%)
    •Fatigue (3%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache (19-21%)
    •Dizziness (15-17%)
    •Stuffy nose (13-18%)
    •Abnormal ejaculation (8-18%)

  • Warnings of Alfuzosin vs. Tamsulosin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Drop in blood pressure upon standing
    •Interactions with other medications
    •Caution for people with liver or kidney problems
    •Caution for people with heart problems
    •Painful erection (priapism)
    •Eye problems during surgery
    Common Side Effects for
    •Sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing
    •Prolonged and painful erection
    •Eye problems
    •Severe allergic reactions

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