Question 1

any bph prostate medications other than flomax (tamsulosin)?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Flomax (tamsulosin) is part of a family of drugs called alpha-blockers that relax the smooth muscle of the prostate and bladder neck, improving urine flow & symptoms. Other drugs in this group are terazosin, doxazosin, alfuzosin, & silodosin. Another family of drugs for BPH are 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, such as Finasteride and dutasteride.  These shrink the prostate and reduce episodes of urine retention.

Question 2

is it possible for medication for bph and enlarged prostate to cause a decrease in sexual interest and reduce erections?

Accepted Answer

BPH med side effects: The class of medications known as 5'-alpha reductase inhibitors used to treat BPH can cause decreased libido and ejaculatory and/or erectile dysfunction.

Question 3

how does medication stop my bph?

Accepted Answer

Blocking DHT: Two medications (avodart (dutasteride) and proscar) block an enzyme called 5 Alpha reductase.  These medications block the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone which is more potent.  These medication lead to an approximate 20% reduction in prostate size as well as stop further prostate growth.  You physician cna hlep determine if one of these medications is appropriate for you.

Question 4

my dad has heard about a laser to treat his bph. is it better than taking medication?  is it the best technology?

Accepted Answer

Meds first: Both alfa antagonists (hytrin, cardura, (doxazosin) flomax) as well as 5?-reductase inhibitors (avodart, proscar) should be tried first to relieve the symptoms of  BPH before invasive procedures are done. If unsuccessful, minimally invasive surgery done in a urologist office are next. Transurethral surgery done in a hospital (sometime with laser) is the last choice.

Question 5

medication(s) to take for bph other than flomax, (tamsulosin) jalyn, finasteride, cialis and avdart.  please advise.

Accepted Answer

Same groups: You listed alpha blocker(flomax or tamsulosin),5-alpha reductase inhibitor(finasteride,dutasteride or avodart),combination of both groups(Jalyn)and PDE5 inhibitor(cialis).Any other drugs I give you will be in those groups.If none has helped you,talk to your urologist about TUR prostate or other surgical options.TUR is the "gold standard" with which other surgical options are compared.Good luck.

Question 6

hi i went to the urologist because of frequent urination especially at night. i do not have bph..my prostate is small and smooth. psa is 1.33. should i live with the frequent urination or take medication for it, and if so which medication is best?

Accepted Answer

:  Before recommending any kind of medication, it would be necessary to know what is causing the frequent urination. You should either return to your urologist for follow up or seek a second opinion to get a diagnosis prior to trying to make any plan. Good luck.

Question 7

can we use neostigmin in benign prostatic hyperplasia?or what is the newest drug for bph?

Accepted Answer

Not for BPH: Neostigmine is often used to treat neuromuscular disease such as myasthenia gravis--and has many side effects. It is not for bph.  There hasn't been new drug lately for bph, last one was rapaflo (silodosin) (approved 2008) and combo of older meds (jalyn-2010), and Cialis (2012) as an adjunct treatment for bph. I certainly hope you don't have BPH at age 21. Consult doc if you have concern/problem. Good luck.

Question 8

had good tump jan1-14 for bph. taking no drugs. now ent has me on 0.25 mg xanax (alprazolam) 3 x day for unrelated issue.can this have any neg. impact on the tumt?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: ....And your symptoms will probably improve since you are already 8 weeks out of your microwave procedure.
Good luck!

Question 9

can taking drugs for peripheral neuroptahy, bph, edema, hypertenison cause tenderness in male breast of 69 year old man.

Accepted Answer

Yes they can.: Many medications, especially the drugs for bph, can have some affects on the male hormone levels.  Breast tenderness and even some breast growth is not uncommon in men taking drugs for bph, especially the 5-ari medications. While not particularly dangerous, please monitor this closely with your physician.

Question 10

what does bph mean on a chart?

Accepted Answer

Prostate issue?: Bph, usually means benign prostate hyperplasia. It's basically benign enlargement of the prostate.

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Any bph prostate medications other than flomax (tamsulosin)?

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Is it possible for medication for bph and enlarged prostate to cause a decrease in sexual interest and reduce erections?

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How does medication stop my bph?

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My dad has heard about a laser to treat his bph. is it better than taking medication? is it the best technology?

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Medication(s) to take for bph other than flomax, (tamsulosin) jalyn, finasteride, cialis and avdart. please advise.

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Hi i went to the urologist because of frequent urination especially at night. i do not have bph..my prostate is small and smooth. psa is 1.33. should i live with the frequent urination or take medication for it, and if so which medication is best?

A member asked:

Can we use neostigmin in benign prostatic hyperplasia?or what is the newest drug for bph?

A member asked:

Had good tump jan1-14 for bph. taking no drugs. now ent has me on 0.25 mg xanax (alprazolam) 3 x day for unrelated issue.can this have any neg. impact on the tumt?

A member asked:

Can taking drugs for peripheral neuroptahy, bph, edema, hypertenison cause tenderness in male breast of 69 year old man.

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What does bph mean on a chart?

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