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Urology Flashcards

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Doxazosin: Action

A

Alpha blocker

Bind to smooth muscle a1 adrenoreceptor => vasodilator, lower bp and decrease bladder outflow resistance

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Doxazosin: Indications (2)

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BPH

Resistant hypertension

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Doxazosin: Contraindication

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Postural hypotension

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Doxazosin: Side Effects (3)

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Postural hypotension
Dizziness
Syncope

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Finasteride: Action

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5 a reductase inhibitor
Prevent testosterone -> dihydrotestosterone
reduces prostatic enlargement and increase urinary flow

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Finasteride: Indication

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BPH

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Finasteride: Contraindication

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Pregnant women mustn’t handle tablets, or have unprotected sex with someone taking them

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Finasteride: Side Effects (4)

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Impotence
Decreased libido
Gynaecomastia
Male breast cancer

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