Doxazosin Benefits & Uses

Doxazosin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Doxazosin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Doxazosin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxazosin is used -

Moderate

Mild

Dizziness
Weakness
Nausea or vomiting
Dry Mouth
Headache
Cough
Insomnia
Diarrhoea
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Fatigue

Doxazosin Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxazosin safe for pregnant women?

Doxazosin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Doxazosin safe during breastfeeding?

Doxazosin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Doxazosin on the Kidneys?

Doxazosin is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxazosin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Doxazosin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxazosin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Doxazosin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Doxazosin with Other Drugs

Doxazosin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Sildenafil

Pseudoephedrine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Lisinopril,Hydrochlorothiazide

Atazanavir

Valsartan,Hydrochlorothiazide

Doxazosin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxazosin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Allergy
Liver Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Doxazosin

Is this Doxazosin habit forming or addictive?

Doxazosin does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Doxazosin as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Doxazosin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Doxazosin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Doxazosin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxazosin

You can take Doxazosin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxazosin

Consuming Doxazosin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe