Frequently Asked Questions

How does Doxazosin / Generic of Cardura , Carduran work?

Cardura is an alpha 1 adrenergic receptor blocker. Doxazosin blocks the vasonstrictor alpha 1 receptors and it reduces the total peripheral resistance. This increases the venous return and reduces the cardiac output. The tone of smooth muscles in the urinary bladder trigone, sphincter and prostrate are reduced by blockade of alpha 1 receptors by Doxazosin. This improves the urine flow in patients with benign prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).

Side effects of Doxazosin / Generic of Cardura , Carduran

The common side effects reported with Cardura are back pain, chest pain, fatigue, head ache, influenza like symptoms, pain, hypotension, palpitation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, vomiting, edema, dizziness, dry mouth, somnolence, dyspnea, impotence, abnormal vision, urinary tract infection, anxiety, insomnia, impotence and increased sweating.

Guidelines before using Doxazosin / Generic of Cardura , Carduran

The administration of Cardura should be started with a low initial dose and should be increased at a slow rate to avoid complications due to hypotension. Captopril should be administered one hour before food. The patient should be cautioned about symptoms of lowering blood pressure during the titration of dose. The patient should be kept in supine position and should be administered normal saline to treat transient hypotension. It is not advisable to consume the Doxazosin during pregnancy. If it is an absolute must to take Cardura during pregnancy, it should be administered under the supervision of a medical practitioner. Avoid use of alcohol when you are taking Cardura. Doxazosin should not be used in nursing mothers and in pediatric patients. The patient should be advised to avoid activities that require alertness and concentration as Doxazosin causes dizziness.

What are the common dosages of Doxazosin / Generic of Cardura , Carduran?

The recommended starting dosage of Cardura is 1mg once daily. The maximum dose used for the treatment of hypertension is 16mg once daily. The dose should be titrated slowly over a period of 1 to 2 weeks. In Benign prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) the dose can be increased to a maximum of 8mg once daily.

Difference between Brand and Generic

The Brand and generic Cardura contains Doxazosin as the main active ingredient. The difference between brand and generic forms are packaging, pricing and the brand name. Since the active ingredient is the same, the effectiveness of both drugs is the same. You can buy cheap Cardura pills when it is sold as a generic variant.

Where and How to buy Doxazosin / Generic of Cardura, Carduran?

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Why is the price of Doxazosin / Generic of Cardura , Carduran so cheap at Rx 2 Go Pharmacy?

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