Doxazosin

Generic Name
Doxazosin
Brand Names
Cardura
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C23H25N5O5
CAS Number
74191-85-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
NW1291F1W8
Background

Doxazosin is an alpha-1 antagonist used for the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) symptoms and hypertension. Other members of this drug class include Prazosin, Terazosin, Tamsulosin, and Alfuzosin. Because of its long-lasting effects, doxazosin can be administered once a day. It is marketed by Pfizer and was initially approved by the FDA in 199...

Indication

Doxazosin is indicated to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy, which may include urinary frequency, urgency, and nocturia, among other symptoms. In addition, doxazosin is indicated alone or in combination with various antihypertensive agents for the management of hypertension. Off-label uses of doxazosin include the treatment of pediatric hype...

Associated Conditions
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), Hypertension, Ureteric calculus
Associated Therapies
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