UroXatral

Special warnings about UroXatral

Benign enlargement of the prostate is not the only condition that can cause male urinary inefficiency and discomfort. Other possibilities include infection, obstruction, cancer of the prostate, and bladder disorders. Before prescribing Uroxatral, your doctor will want to do various tests to determine the cause of your urinary problems.

Stop taking Uroxatral immediately and call your doctor if symptoms of angina pectoris (chest pain due to a heart condition) start or get worse.

Be sure to tell your doctor about any history of electrical problems with your heart (QT prolongation) before you start taking Uroxatral. Also let the doctor know if you have any problems with your kidneys or liver.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking UroXatral

If Uroxatral is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Uroxatral with the following:

• Alpha-blockers (used to treat high blood pressure or BPH) such as carvedilol (Coreg), prazosin (Minipress), doxazosin (Cardura), tamsulosin (Flomax)
• Atenolol (Tenormin)
• Cimetidine (Tagamet)
• Diltiazem (Cardizem)
• Itraconazole (Sporanox)
• Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
• Ritonavir (Norvir)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Uroxatral should not be used by women.

Recommended dosage for UroXatral

ADULT MALES

The recommended dosage is one 10-milligram tablet daily, taken immediately after the same meal each day.

Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose of Uroxatral, seek emergency treatment immediately. Symptoms of an overdose may include low blood pressure.