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Contents
  • Alpha Blockers
  • 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
  • Combination Therapy

BPH Treatment: Medications That Can Help!

BPH Treatment: Medications That Can Help!

Exploring Medical Options

Medications are often the first line of treatment for BPH. This article explores the different types of medications used to manage BPH symptoms.
Contents
  • Alpha Blockers
  • 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
  • Combination Therapy

Alpha Blockers

Alpha blockers relax the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. Common alpha blockers include tamsulosin and alfuzosin. These medications work quickly to relieve symptoms.

5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors

These medications, like finasteride and dutasteride, reduce prostate size by blocking hormones that encourage prostate growth. They take longer to work but can be effective for larger prostates.
BPH is a common condition in older men characterized by an enlarged prostate, leading to urinary symptoms. Treatment often involves medications like alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.

Combination Therapy

For some men, a combination of alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors may be prescribed. This approach can offer enhanced symptom relief and is often used for severe cases.

FAQs

What are alpha blockers?

They relax prostate muscles to ease urination.

How do 5-alpha reductase inhibitors work?

They reduce prostate size by blocking growth hormones.

Is combination therapy effective?

Yes, it can provide enhanced relief for severe symptoms.

How long do medications take to work?

Alpha blockers work quickly, while inhibitors take longer.

Wrapping Up

Medications offer effective options for managing BPH symptoms, tailored to individual needs.
Discuss with Doctronic which BPH medication might be right for you.
Additional References
  1. McVary KT, Roehrborn CG, Bautista OM, et al. The long-term effect of doxazosin, finasteride, and combination therapy on the clinical progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia. N Engl J Med 2003; 349:2387.
  2. Fwu CW, Eggers PW, Kirkali Z, et al. Change in sexual function in men with lower urinary tract symptoms/benign prostatic hyperplasia associated with long-term treatment with doxazosin, finasteride and combined therapy. J Urol 2014; 191:1828.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.