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Medication Name:<\/strong> Cardura 4 mg XL tablets
Active Ingredient:<\/strong> Doxazosin mesylate 4 mg (extended-release)
Drug Class:<\/strong> Alpha-1 adrenergic blocker<\/p>\n

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Indications:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Cardura XL is used for:<\/p>\n

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    Hypertension (high blood pressure)<\/strong> \u2013 lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)<\/strong> \u2013 relieves urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, such as:<\/p>\n

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      Difficulty starting urination<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Weak urine stream<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Frequent or urgent urination<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Mechanism of Action:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Doxazosin blocks alpha-1 adrenergic receptors<\/strong> in:<\/p>\n

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        Blood vessels<\/strong> \u2192 causes vasodilation, reducing blood pressure.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Prostate and bladder neck<\/strong> \u2192 relaxes smooth muscles, improving urine flow in BPH.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Extended-release (XL) form:<\/strong> provides steady blood levels<\/strong> over 24 hours, allowing once-daily dosing<\/strong> with reduced fluctuations and fewer side effects.<\/p>\n

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        Dosage and Administration:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          Usual dose:<\/strong> 4 mg once daily<\/strong>, preferably in the morning or evening<\/strong> as prescribed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Take exactly as prescribed<\/strong>, do not crush, chew, or split<\/strong> the XL tablet.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Dose may be adjusted by the physician based on blood pressure response or BPH symptom relief.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Can be taken with or without food<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          Side Effects:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            Dizziness or lightheadedness (especially when standing)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Fatigue or drowsiness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Headache<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Swelling of legs or feet (edema)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Nasal congestion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Palpitations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Rarely, fainting or severe drop in blood pressure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            Warnings and Precautions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              First-dose hypotension: risk of sudden drop in blood pressure, especially after the first dose; stand up slowly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Use caution if you have: liver disease, heart disease, or low blood pressure.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Inform your doctor about other medications that may lower blood pressure.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Not suitable for crushing or splitting<\/strong>, as this destroys the extended-release mechanism.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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              Storage:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Store below 25\u00b0C<\/strong>, in a dry place away from direct sunlight.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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