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Side effect(s) of Doxazosin

Read the side effects of Doxazosin as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Heart- Irregular heart beat, chest pain.

Genitourinary- Decreased sexual ability, painful erection of the penis that lasts for hours.

Miscellaneous- Headache, tiredness, swelling of the mouth, shortness of breath, weight gain, joint pain, abnormal vision, runny nose, hives.

Other Precautions : *Monitor blood pressure and pulse regularly while taking this medication.

Drug Name : Doxazosin

Doxazosin(Cardura) generic is an alpha blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (an enlarged prostate). It relaxes the muscles around the urethra and decreases chances of surgery.
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