Indicated to treat the signs
and symptoms of BPH

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Indicated to treat the signs and symptoms of BPH

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BPH & Sexual Concerns

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Overview

What is BPH?

As a man ages, certain changes can happen to his body. One of these is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate, which is very common in men over 40. The prostate gland — part of the reproductive system — is located just beneath the bladder and surrounding the urethra (the tube that carries urine and semen through the penis). As the prostate grows it puts pressure on the urethra, causing changes in urination frequency and urges.

How can BPH affect you?

It squeezes the urethra — stopping or slowing the flow of urine and semen.

The wall of your bladder becomes irritated and thickens — making it harder to "hold" your bladder.

You experience a frequent need to urinate.

The bladder may lose its ability to empty itself over time.

BPH is not cancer

Rest assured, BPH is not prostate cancer and is not a sign that cancer will develop. However, certain symptoms can be similar, and it is possible to have BPH and prostate cancer at the same time.

The Facts:

50% of men age 60+ will have BPH

By age 70, 90% of men will have BPH

Indication
Uroxatral® (alfuzosin HCl 10 mg extended-release tablets) is an alpha1-blocker for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of BPH.

Important Safety Information
Do not take UROXATRAL if you have liver problems or if you are taking antifungal drugs like ketoconazole or itraconazole, or HIV drugs like ritonavir.

UROXATRAL can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when starting treatment. This may lead to fainting, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do any dangerous activity until you know how UROXATRAL will affect you. This is especially important if you already have a problem with low blood pressure or take medicines to treat high blood pressure. There may be an increased risk of low blood pressure and fainting when taking UROXATRAL in combination with blood pressure medication or nitrates, or erectile dysfunction medication.

If considering cataract surgery (clouding of the eyes), tell your eye surgeon that you are currently taking UROXATRAL or have previously been treated with an alpha-blocker.

Before taking UROXATRAL, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems.

Also, tell your doctor if you or any family member(s) have or take medications for a rare heart condition known as congenital prolongation of the QT interval.

BPH and prostate cancer can cause the same symptoms. However, UROXATRAL is not a treatment for prostate cancer.

The most common side effects with UROXATRAL are dizziness, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, and tiredness.

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