Doxazosin

Doxazosin, also known as doxazosin mesylate, is a substance that relaxes blood vessels, making it easier for blood to pass through, making it able to help treat high blood pressure. In addition, it also relaxes the muscles of the prostate and bladder is often used in the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy, especially in men with hypertension.

This medicine may be purchased under the trade name Duomo, Mesidox, Unoprost or Carduran as 2 or 4 mg tablets.

Price and where to buy

Doxazosin can be purchased from conventional pharmacies with a prescription, and its price is approximately 30 reais for 2mg or 80 reais for 4mg tablets. However, the amount may vary depending on the business name and the place of purchase.

What is it for

This remedy is usually indicated to treat high blood pressure or to relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy such as difficulty urinating or full bladder sensation.

How to take

The dosage of doxazosin varies according to the problem to be treated:

• High blood pressure : start treatment with 1 mg doxazosin once daily. If necessary, the dose should be increased every 2 weeks to 2, 4.8 and 16 mg Doxazosin.
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia: start treatment with 1 mg doxazosin in a single daily dose. If necessary, wait the time of 1 or 2 weeks and increase the dose to 2mg daily.

In any case, treatment should always be directed by a physician.

Possible side effects

Some of the most common side effects of long-term use of doxazosin include dizziness, nausea, weakness, general swelling, frequent tiredness, malaise, headache, and drowsiness.

Among the effects, the occurrence of sexual impotence is not described, however, it is important to talk to the doctor before starting to use the medication.

Who should not take

This medication is contraindicated for children under 18 years of age, pregnant women, breast-feeding women or people with allergies to any of the ingredients of the formula.