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GENERIC NAME: ALPROSTADIL PENILE SUPPOSITORY (al-PROSS-tuh-dill)

BRAND NAME(S): Muse

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is used to treat erection problems.

HOW TO USE: This medication is used as needed to achieve an erection. The effect starts about 5 minutes after application and lasts about 30-60 minutes. Dosage will be determined by your doctor, and you will be monitored for adverse effects. Follow prescribed directions exactly. You should be instructed in detail on usage by a health professional before trying to insert the drug in the penis yourself. Each product is for single use only.

SIDE EFFECTS: Penis or testicle-groin pain, minor penile bleeding or spotting, dizziness, palpitations, flu symptoms or headache might occur. If these continue or are bothersome, notify your doctor. Very unlikely but report: fainting or severe unsteadiness (due to a possible blood pressure decrease). Female partner side effects - vaginal burning/itching is sometimes reported. It is not clear if it is related to the drug. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Before using this drug, tell your doctor of: any allergies, heart disease, low blood pressure, blood or bleeding disorders, physical penis abnormalities, cancer, prolonged erections from other medicines. This drug offers no protection from sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV (AIDS), or Hepatitis B. An overdose of the medicine can cause a painful erection for hours. If untreated, it can lead to permanent inability to have an erection. If you have a prolonged erection, seek prompt medical attention. Caution is advised when performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving), since this medication can cause dizziness. This medication is not intended for use by women. This drug should not be used for intercourse with a pregnant woman unless a condom (e.g., latex) barrier is used. If the woman is of childbearing potential, discuss contraception issues with your doctor. This medication is not intended for use in children.





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Urgency, Strain, Lack of Control...

 Uroxatral
Urgency, Strain, Lack of Control...

Indication
Uroxatral® (alfuzosin HCl 10 mg extended-release tablets) is an alpha1-blocker for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of BPH.

Important Safety Information
Do not take UROXATRAL if you have liver problems or if you are taking antifungal drugs like ketoconazole or itraconazole, or HIV drugs like ritonavir.

UROXATRAL can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when starting treatment. This may lead to fainting, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do any dangerous activity until you know how UROXATRAL will affect you. This is especially important if you already have a problem with low blood pressure or take medicines to treat high blood pressure. There may be an increased risk of low blood pressure and fainting when taking UROXATRAL in combination with blood pressure medication or nitrates, or erectile dysfunction medication.

If considering cataract surgery (clouding of the eyes), tell your eye surgeon that you are currently taking UROXATRAL or have previously been treated with an alpha-blocker.

Before taking UROXATRAL, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems.

Also, tell your doctor if you or any family member(s) have or take medications for a rare heart condition known as congenital prolongation of the QT interval.

BPH and prostate cancer can cause the same symptoms. However, UROXATRAL is not a treatment for prostate cancer.

The most common side effects with UROXATRAL are dizziness, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, and tiredness.

Please see UROXATRAL full prescribing information.



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