Doxazosin, which can also be known as doxazosin mesylate, is a substance that relaxes blood vessels, facilitating the passage of blood, which makes it able to help treat high blood pressure. In addition, as it also relaxes the prostate and bladder muscles it is often used to treat benign prostatic hypertrophy, especially in men with hypertension.
This medicine can be purchased under the brand name Duomo, Mesidox, Unoprost or Carduran, in the form of 2 or 4 mg tablets.
Price and where to buy
Doxazosin can be purchased at conventional pharmacies with a prescription, and its price is approximately 30 reais for 2 mg tablets or 80 reais for 4 mg 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 symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy, such as difficulty urinating or a feeling of full bladder.
How to take
The dosage of doxazosin varies according to the problem to be treated:
- High blood pressure: start treatment with 1 mg doxazosin, in a single daily dose. If necessary, increase the dose every 2 weeks to 2, 4.8 and 16 mg of Doxazosin. Benign prostatic hyperplasia: start treatment with 1 mg doxazosin, in a single daily dose. If necessary, wait 1 or 2 weeks and increase the dose to 2mg daily.
In either case, treatment should always be guided by a doctor.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects of prolonged use of doxazosin include dizziness, nausea, weakness, general swelling, frequent tiredness, malaise, headache and drowsiness.
Among the effects, the emergence 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, pregnant women, breastfeeding women or people with allergies to any of the components of the formula.
