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Been prescribed flomax for under active bladder. causing severe nasal congestion to the point where i cant breathe and struggle to sleep. what can i take to decongest as antihistamines are alpha antagonists and flomax is an alpha blocker?

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Dr. Kenneth Licker answered

Stop Flomax: The side effect you are experiencing is annoying, but but not dangerous. Stop the Flomax and talk to your doctor about an alternative medication.

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 3/28/2021

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A member asked:

Been prescribed flomax for under active bladder. causing severe nasal congestion to the point where i cant breathe and struggle to sleep. what can i take to decongest as antihistamines are alpha antagonists and flomax is an alpha blocker?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kenneth Licker answered

Dr Hegab agreed

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