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Q. Is Doxazosin a beta blocker or an alpha blocker?
Doxazosin belongs to class of medications called alpha-receptor blockers or alpha-blockers

Q. Is Doxazosin or Doxazosin mesylate safe?
Doxazosinare or Doxazosin mesylate are safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Doxazosin a statin or a blood thinner (thin the blood)?
Doxazosin is neither a statin nor a blood thinner

Q. Is Doxazosin a diuretic?
No, Doxazosin is not a diuretic, it antagonizes the alpha receptors causing relaxation of the smooth muscle tone in the prostate and bladder neck, hence the urine is passed easily in patients with enlarged prostrate

Q. Is Doxazosin a narcotic?
No, Doxazosin is not a narcoti

Q. Does Doxazosin lower heart rate?
No, Doxazosin is not known to reduce heart rate. Increase in heart rate or irregular heart rate is a common adverse event reported for Doxazosin

Q. Does Doxazosin cause hair loss or weight gain?
Hair loss and weight gain are uncommon side effects of Doxazosin therapy

Q. Does Doxazosin cause erectile dysfunction?
No, Doxazosin is not known to cause erectile dysfunctio

Q. Does Doxazosin cause retrograde ejaculation?
Doxazosin may rarely cause retrograde ejaculation

Q. Does Doxazosin cause coughing?
Yes, coughing is a common side effect of Doxazosin

Q. Does Doxazosin make you tired?
Yes, Doxazosin may make you feel tired and sleepy

Q. Can I take Doxazosin with Viagra (sildenafil) or Cialis (tadalafil)?
Please follow your doctor's advice before taking these medications with Doxazosin. As combining Viagra (sildenafil) or Cialis (tadalafil) with Doxazosin can lower your blood pressure and increase the risk of dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, flushing, headache, and nasal congestion

Q. Can I take saw palmetto with Doxazosin?
There are no known interactions between saw palmetto and Doxazosin.

Q. Q. Can I take Doxazosin with Tamsulosin?
No, Doxazosin should not be taken along with Tamsulosin. Both the medicines decrease blood pressure and taking them together can cause a severe fall in blood pressure.

• You have been prescribed Doxazosin for the treatment of high blood pressure.Lowering blood pressure reduces chances of future heart attack & strokes.It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure, especially when you first start taking Doxazosin. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.Do not consume alcohol while taking Doxazosin as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine causing increased dizziness.Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Doxazosin can cause dizziness and sleepiness.Inform your doctor that you are taking Doxazosin if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.