Treatment & control of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) & for the prevention of urologic events to reduce the risk of acute urinary retention & risk of surgery including transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) & prostatectomy. Causes regression of the enlarged prostate, improves urinary flow & improves the symptoms associated w/ BPH.
Carefully monitor patients w/ large residual urine vol &/or severely diminished urinary flow for obstructive uropathy. Perform digital rectal exam & other evaluations for prostate cancer prior to initiating therapy & periodically thereafter. Decrease in serum PSA conc. Monitor patients for psychiatric symptoms. Not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. Women who are or may potentially be pregnant should not handle crushed or broken tab.
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