MoA: Binds to alpha receptors to inhibit sympathetic activity, relax smooth muscle, and induce vasodilation.
- Alpha receptors stimulate the CNS, constrict blood vessels, decrease gastric motility, and dilate pupils.
Indications: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Contraindications: COPD, Arrhythmias, Heart Failure
Side Effects: Dizziness, Abnormal Ejaculation
Drug Interactions: Erectile Dysfunction Drugs
Nursing Implications:
- Educate patients to change positions slowly.
- Do not stop this medication abruptly.
- Hold this medication if the patient is experiencing hypotension.
- Teach the patient about reporting constipation, urinary hesitancy, or bladder distention immediately.
