Brief overview of medications for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia

Drugs for the treatment of prostate adenoma are divided into groups. Some of them relieve the symptoms, others inhibit the growth of prostate cells. What are the appropriate medications specific to the patient, the doctor will decide.

Alpha-blockers for relieving symptoms of the disease

Originally this group was only used for relieving symptoms of vertigo and hypertension. The action is based on the ability to quickly expand the blood vessels and relieve muscle tension.

It was found that doxazosin (Cardura) and terazocin (Hytrin) not only lower blood pressure, but also effectively extend the muscles surrounding the prostate and bladder neck. Alpha blockers improve urine flow, relieve symptoms but do not stop the enlargement of prostate. So usually such medication is recommended to use of men whose prostate has a normal size or only slightly enlarged.

1. Triana. Hard gelatin capsules contain biologically active complex of substances obtained from the bark of Pygeum africanum (African plum). Triana does not affect the hormonal background, but is slow and reduces inflammation and improves the flow of urine. Taking the drug twice a day for 2-3 months.
2. Tykveol. Gelatin capsules or rectal candles contain the oil of pumpkin seeds (and the candle separate and cocoa butter). This substance is involved in lipid metabolism, regulates cholesterol, reduces inflammation. Normalizes the function of the prostate gland by improving the microcirculation. In parallel, antiseptic, metabolic, anti-ulcer, reparative, anti-inflammatory effect.
3. Peponen. Contains pumpkin seed extracts and vitamin complex. Relieves pain symptoms, strengthens the immune system.
4. Prostagut. Tablets or capsules contain extracts from fruits of saw Palmetto and Urtica dioica. Taken twice daily, the dose depends on the severity of symptoms. Taken on an empty stomach the pills cause nausea, so it is better to drink them during meals. The course, designed for 30 days, you need to be repeated several times.
5. Permixon. Extract obtained from the creeping dwarf American palm trees, blocking the 5-alpha reductase which prevents the enlarged prostate. Regulates the process of preobrazovaniya, does not affect the hormonal balance.

Often encountered in selling drugs from Chinese medicine. Satibo, the Secret of the Emperor and other preparaty with exotic names include exotic components. The instructions indicate that they may enter the plant extracts, the testicles and penises of animals. Usually the medications used to improve erection, andthe restorative function of them is considered adverse.

It is important to remember that the action of these drugs is not fully understood, and often based on legends. To adopt such systems without the advice of a doctor is dangerous for life.