Alpha blockers are also called alpha-adrenergic antagonists. They treat a variety of conditions like high blood pressure, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and Raynaud's disease.
These drugs relax the muscles and help small blood vessels to remain open. They work by preventing the hormone norepinephrine (noradrenaline) from contracting the muscles in the walls of smaller arteries and veins. Blocking that effect causes the vessels to remain open and relaxed. This improves blood flow and lower BP.
Examples of the alpha blockers:
There are various alpha blockers in long and short term acting forms. Examples of alpha blockers are:
About the drug:
Tamsulosin, sold under brands such Urimax Capsules among several other trade names, is called alpha-adrenergic blockers. Tamusulosin is sold under various other brand names also. This medication is anti-androgenic used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Uses if the drug:
Tamsulosin is prescribed primarily for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarge prostate) which makes it harder for them to urinate. This medication thus improves urination in men. Tamsulosin may also be prescribed for conditions not listed above.
About the drug:
Tamsulosin and Dutasteride combination drug is sold under brands such Veltam-Plus Tablets among several other trade names. This medication is anti-androgenic used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This drug is for males only.
About the drug:
Tamsulosin and finasteride combination drug is sold under brands such Veltam-F Tablets among several other trade names. This medication is anti-androgenic used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.