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How often do patients with BPH managed via watchful waiting need to return for monitoring?
How often do patients with BPH managed via watchful waiting need to return for monitoring?
Which type of medication is used to relax the bladder detrusor muscle in BPH?
Which type of medication is used to relax the bladder detrusor muscle in BPH?
What do selective Alpha-1 antagonists specifically target in the body?
What do selective Alpha-1 antagonists specifically target in the body?
What is the recommended initial dosing strategy for non-selective Alpha-1 antagonists to avoid potential side effects?
What is the recommended initial dosing strategy for non-selective Alpha-1 antagonists to avoid potential side effects?
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Why is Tamsulosin considered a good first-line option for BPH treatment?
Why is Tamsulosin considered a good first-line option for BPH treatment?
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What is the primary goal of treatment for BPH?
What is the primary goal of treatment for BPH?
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Why are pharmaceuticals used in the treatment of BPH?
Why are pharmaceuticals used in the treatment of BPH?
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What is a characteristic of non-selective Alpha-1 antagonists in terms of initial dosing?
What is a characteristic of non-selective Alpha-1 antagonists in terms of initial dosing?
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How do selective Alpha-1 antagonists differ from non-selective Alpha-1 antagonists?
How do selective Alpha-1 antagonists differ from non-selective Alpha-1 antagonists?
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Which medication should not be used in patients with severe liver dysfunction or creatinine clearance less than 30 ml/min?
Which medication should not be used in patients with severe liver dysfunction or creatinine clearance less than 30 ml/min?
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Alpha-1 Antagonists do not prevent the need for prostate surgery, decrease prostate size, or decrease PSA levels
Alpha-1 Antagonists do not prevent the need for prostate surgery, decrease prostate size, or decrease PSA levels
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What is the mechanism of action of Alpha-1 antagonists in the treatment of BPH?
What is the mechanism of action of Alpha-1 antagonists in the treatment of BPH?
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Which type of Alpha-1 antagonist can be used in patients with cardiovascular disease?
Which type of Alpha-1 antagonist can be used in patients with cardiovascular disease?
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Why are non-selective alpha-1 antagonists not recommended as a single medication for treating BPH and hypertension?
Why are non-selective alpha-1 antagonists not recommended as a single medication for treating BPH and hypertension?
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Which Alpha-1 antagonist does not need dose adjustments based on renal or liver dysfunction?
Which Alpha-1 antagonist does not need dose adjustments based on renal or liver dysfunction?
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What is a notable side effect associated with selective Alpha-1 antagonists?
What is a notable side effect associated with selective Alpha-1 antagonists?
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