Urological and Cardiovascular Medications Review

5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors

Finasteride is a medication belonging to the pharmacologic class of 55-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors. It is available under the brand names Proscar and Propecia. This medication is primarily available by prescription (Rx) and is often sold in generic form. While these specific brand names are the most recognized, other brand name versions may be available in the marketplace.

Alpha-1 Blockers

Doxazosin is classified as a nonselective Alpha-11 Blocker. It is commercially available as Cardura and Cardura XL. This drug is part of the Rx category, meaning it is available only via prescription. Tamsulosin is another member of the Alpha-11 Blockers, but it is categorized specifically as a selective agent. Its most recognized brand name is Flomax. Like Doxazosin, Tamsulosin is a prescription-only (Rx) medication.

Urinary Antispasmodic and Anticholinergic Agents

Oxybutynin serves as a Urinary Antispasmodic Agent. It is notably available as a patch under the brand name Oxytrol. Oxybutynin is unique in its classification as it is available both as a prescription (Rx) medication and as an over-the-counter (OTC) product. Tolterodine is categorized as an Anticholinergic Agent and is commonly distributed under the brand names Detrol and Detrol LA. Tolterodine is strictly a prescription (Rx) medication.

Beta 3 Agonists

Mirabegron is a medication within the Beta 33 agonist pharmacologic class. It is marketed under the brand name Myrbetriq. Mirabegron is classified as a prescription (Rx) drug. As with many other drugs in this review set, it is part of pharmaceutical Set #11.

Phosphodiesterase-5 Enzyme Inhibitors

Sildenafil is a Phosphodiesterase-55 Enzyme Inhibitor that is available under the brand names Viagra and Revatio. It is a prescription-only (Rx) medication. Tadalafil is also a Phosphodiesterase-55 Enzyme Inhibitor, marketed under the brand names Cialis and Adcirca. Similar to Sildenafil, Tadalafil requires a prescription (Rx) for use.

Thiazide Diuretics and Dietary Supplements

Hydrochlorothiazide is classified as a Thiazide Diuretic. While it is widely available generically, there is currently no specific brand name product listed or available for this generic compound. It is a prescription (Rx) medication. Saw Palmetto is categorized as a dietary supplement. Unlike the other chemical compounds listed, it is available over-the-counter (OTC) and does not have a pharmaceutical brand name.

General Pharmaceutical Context and Availability

Many of the medications described in this review are available as generic versions, even if specific brand names like Proscar, Cardura, or Flomax are listed. It is important to note that additional brand names not mentioned here may exists for these generic drugs. In instances where the brand name field is left blank, such as with Hydrochlorothiazide or Saw Palmetto, it indicates that a specific branded product is not currently available. All drugs mentioned correspond to Review Card Set #11.