Cardura Xl 4 mg / 8 mg FC tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 23 February 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of mild to moderate hypertension and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Dosage (summary)
Initial: 4 mg once daily; may increase to 8 mg based on response.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not established; doxazosin transfers into breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP 3A4 inhibitors
- PDE-5 inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to doxazosin
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Gastrointestinal obstruction
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Hypotension
- Palpitations
Counselling Points
- Take with food
- Avoid sudden position changes
- Report prolonged erections
Serious warnings
- Postural hypotension
- Priapism
- Cataract surgery risks
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