Studies of the drug phenoxybenzamine, a non-specific alpha blocker, led to a better understanding of the control of the smooth muscle tone of the prostate and the opening to the bladder, the bladder neck. Alpha blockers cause a relaxation of these structures and therefore permit urine to flow more freely out of the bladder and into the prostatic urethra.
In 1976, Pfizer introduced Minipress (prazosin HCL) in the
Men definitely want to have their BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy) treated so they avoid unpleasant side effects and complications from... Read more »
We have heard so much lately about prostate cancer that perhaps it is time to turn back to the basics, and look at BPH (benign prostatic... Read more »
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is a common phenomenon among older men. It basically is the non-cancerous enlargement of the... Read more »
Patients are often confused about the prostate, the walnut sized gland that surrounds the urethra. Often times patients discuss the size... Read more »
A fascinating study out of the National Cancer Institute has significant implications for men at risk for prostate cancer and men with... Read more »
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: TESTOSTERONE SUSTAINED-RELEASE - BUCCAL Pronounced: (tess-TOSS-ter-own) Side Effects Side effects in the mouth and gums may occur,... Read more »
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Generic Name: TIOTROPIUM CAPSULE - INHALATION Pronounced: (tee-oh-TROW-pee-um) Side Effects This medication may cause dry mouth, blurred... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
General Lifestyle RecommendationsCertain lifestyle changes may help relieve symptoms and are particularly important for men who choose to avoid... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
SurgerySeveral surgical approaches are used to treat BPH. Reasons for performing prostate surgery include:Persistent or recurrent episodes of urinary... Read more »
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: OXYBUTYNIN EXTENDED-RELEASE - ORAL Pronounced: (ox-ee-BYOU-tih-nin KLOR-ide) Side Effects Dry mouth, drowsiness, headache,... Read more »
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