CARDURA 1MG TAB 20S

CARDURA 1 mg Tablets (20 Tablets) Active Ingredient: Doxazosin Mesylate 1 mg Therapeutic Class: Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Blocker Dosage Form: Oral Tablet Indications:CARDURA is indicated for the treatment of: Hypertension: Used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): To relieve urinary outflow obstruction and symptoms associated with enlarged prostate in men Mechanism of Action:Doxazosin selectively blocks postsynaptic alpha-1 adrenergic receptors in vascular smooth muscle and the prostate. This results in: Vasodilation → reduces peripheral vascular resistance and blood pressure Relaxation of prostatic and bladder neck smooth muscle → improves urine flow and relieves BPH symptoms Dosage and Administration: Hypertension: Start with 1 mg once daily; may be increased gradually based on response BPH: Start with 1 mg once daily; dose may be titrated Should be taken in the morning or evening, with or without food First dose may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure ("first-dose effect") — take at bedtime initially to reduce risk Warnings and Precautions: Risk of postural hypotension, especially after the first dose or when increasing the dose Use caution in patients with liver impairment Can cause dizziness or fainting; caution when driving or operating machinery Not recommended for use in pediatric patients Side Effects:Common: dizziness, headache, fatigue, orthostatic hypotension, nasal congestion Less common: palpitations, nausea, edema, dry mouthStorage:Store at room temperature below 30°C. Protect from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.