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Can Tamsulosin HCL Be Taken Along With Midodrine HCL?

Yes My father is taking TAMSULOSIN HCL 0.40 for an enlarged prostate in the morning but then he is taking MIDODRINE HCL 10 MG 3 times spread through the day. He suffers from low blood pressure and has fainting spells in the afternoon. Just wondering if this combination sounds correct ?
Thu, 8 Feb 2018
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Hello, Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com

I understand your concern.

Tamsulosin is an alpha-1 adrenoreceptor blocker specifically for the muscles in the bladder neck, prostate and urinary pathways.

On the other hand, midodrine is alpha-1 adrenoreceptor agonist, specifically used for blood vessels. However, its effect could be affecting the urinary pathways.

Now, here I need to stop and think about your father having low blood pressure issues. I think, the cause to his low blood pressure is tamsulosin (if it has been used for quite long time).
So, now, discuss this with his doctor to take appropriate measures.

Hope this helps.

Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini,
General & Family Physician
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Can Tamsulosin HCL Be Taken Along With Midodrine HCL?

Hello, Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com I understand your concern. Tamsulosin is an alpha-1 adrenoreceptor blocker specifically for the muscles in the bladder neck, prostate and urinary pathways. On the other hand, midodrine is alpha-1 adrenoreceptor agonist, specifically used for blood vessels. However, its effect could be affecting the urinary pathways. Now, here I need to stop and think about your father having low blood pressure issues. I think, the cause to his low blood pressure is tamsulosin (if it has been used for quite long time). So, now, discuss this with his doctor to take appropriate measures. Hope this helps. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician