Prostate Cancer Health Center
Prostate Cancer: Radiation
Video: Radiation Therapy and Prostate Cancer -- Get an Energy Boost From Exercise
Radiation therapy patient Dick Yolevich tackles prostate cancer fatigue with exercise. Can exercise give you the same boost? Learn more.
Video: Radiation Therapy and Prostate Cancer -- Get an Energy Boost From Exercise
Radiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Radiation therapy, also called X-ray therapy, is used to treat cancer cells only in the treated area. Various techniques are used to deliver this type of treatment. Find out what to expect in this overview article.
Radiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Radioactive Seed Implants for Prostate Cancer
Radioactive seed implants, also called brachytherapy or internal radiation therapy, are forms of therapy for prostate cancer. Learn about the two types that are available.
Radioactive Seed Implants for Prostate Cancer
WebMD Medical Reference
Prostate Cancer Guide
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.
Please see UROXATRAL full prescribing information.
