Department of Hypertension, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma and Pfizer Central Research, New York, USA
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Doxazosin in the Treatment of Concurrent Hypertension and Symptomatic Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Multicenter, Community-Based Study
Author(s): Robert Guthrie*
Doxazosin is a medication that has been used for many years in the treatment of hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a
common condition in men, which causes an enlargement of the prostate gland, leading to various urinary symptoms such as difficulty urinating,
weak urine flow and frequent urination. Hypertension, on the other hand, is a condition characterized by elevated blood pressure, which can lead
to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke and kidney damage. Concurrent hypertension refers to the coexistence of hypertension, or high blood
pressure, with one or more other medical conditions. These conditions can include diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease and sleep apnea,
among others. Concurrent hypertension can be particularly concerning as it increases the risk of developing complications related to these other
conditions. Fo.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2167-1095.2023.12.392
Journal of Hypertension: Open Access received 614 citations as per Google Scholar report