Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
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Treatments for Enlarged Prostate (BPH)

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Ready for Relief? Try UROXATRAL (alfuzosin HCI 10mg extended-release tablets) for FREE.

BPH symptoms don't have to rule your life. Effective medications like Uroxatral can provide relief that lasts, day and night. Uroxatral is an alpha blocker that is helping millions of men successfully manage their BPH symptoms. It relaxes the muscle at the bladder neck in and around the prostate, relieving symptoms and improving urine flow.

To try a free two-week sample, ask your doctor if Uroxatral is right for you. If so, request a 14-day prescription and take it to your pharmacy along with the Free Sample Voucher you can print here. Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions for taking Uroxatral and read the information that comes with your prescription.

Uroxatral is indicated to treat the signs and symptoms of BPH.

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Indication
Uroxatral (alfuzosin HCI 10 mg extended-release tablets) is an alpha-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 the antifungal drugs ketoconazole or itraconazole, or HIV drugs like ritonavir.

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

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 is not cancerous and does not lead to cancer. But men can have both BPH and prostate cancer.

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