Alfuzosin Pharmacology Podcast




Real Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals show

Summary: On this podcast episode, I discuss alfuzosin pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more!<br> <br> <br> <br> Alfuzosin is an alpha blocker used to help relieve the symptoms of BPH. <br> <br> <br> <br> Low blood pressure is a possible adverse effect of alfuzosin and is more likely when combined with PDE-5 inhibitors like sildenafil. <br> <br> <br> <br> CYP3A4 is an important enzyme in the metabolism of alfuzosin. Inhibitors of CYP3A4 can raise concentrations and increase the chance of alfuzosin toxicity.