What You Need To Know About Doxazosin Side Effects
Doxazosin is a drug prescribed to those who suffer from high blood pressure or benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Doxazosin relaxes the vessels and muscles in these areas which allows blood to flow more easily through, helping with the healthy flow of circulation.
What Are The Different Doxazosin Side Effects?
There are many possible doxazosin side effects. I’ve listed them below:
- Tiredness
- shortness of breath
- weight gain
- headaches
- swelling of hands, get, ankles or lower leg
- runny nose
- muscle pain, joint pain, and general weakness
- decreased sexual ability
More Severe Doxazosin Side Effects?
There are also much more severe doxazosin side effects. If you experience any of these you should call your doctor immediately. They are:
- Any issues with heartbeat (pounding, fast, irregular)
- Chest pains
- painful erection of penis or an erection that lasts more than four hours
- severe shortness of breath
With any of the doxazosin side affects listed above, if they are severe or will not go away, you need to call your doctor and let them know of your condition as soon as possible. Doxazosin can cause other side affects not listed above. If you are experiencing anything irregular while taking doxazosin you may want to call your doctor and inform them of your condition.
Also note that not everyone will experience doxazosin side effects. Most people will not have side affects and respond well to it. Typically, when doxazosin side effects occur, they are minor in nature and will usually not require any additional treatment. If additional treatment is needed, they usually are minor in nature, and something your local health care provider can easily take care of. Again, definitely let your doctor know if you are experiencing any doxazosin side effects to be on the safe side.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant let your doctor know. If you are currently using other medication let your doctor know, as there can be complications while taking doxazosin with other drugs. It is important to disclose everything with your doctor to prevent any doxazosin mesylate side effects.
Doxazosin mesylate is manufactured under the brand name Cardura and Cardura XL. There are generic brands of Doxazosin available at a lower cost. Check with your doctor what these are.