21 Questions
What AUA symptom score is indicative of Severe BPH disease severity?
20
Which drug class is primarily used for reducing static factors in BPH?
Phosphodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors
What possible complication is associated with the use of α1 - Adrenergic Antagonists when treating BPH?
Orthostatic hypotension
Which drug is contraindicated in patients with a sulfa allergy?
Tamsulosin
What is the recommended dose of Doxazosin for BPH treatment?
8 mg once daily
What is a potential adverse effect associated with Silodosin use?
Anejaculation
Which BPH drug class requires renal dose adjustment for Silodosin?
α1 - Adrenergic Antagonists
What effect can Floppy Iris Syndrome have on patients undergoing eye surgery?
Permanent vision loss
What is the primary effect of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors in the treatment of BPH?
Reducing dynamic factors
What is the primary mechanism of action of Tadalafil?
Causes smooth muscle relaxation of prostate, bladder neck, and prostatic urethra
What is a potential adverse effect of Tadalafil?
Hearing loss
What is the primary indication for Tadalafil in the context of BPH?
Patients with BPH and erectile dysfunction
Which of the following is a drug interaction to be aware of when prescribing Tadalafil?
Nitrates
What is the typical dosage of Tadalafil for BPH?
5 mg by mouth once daily
Which of the following medications is a nonselective inhibitor of type I and type II 5α-Reductase?
Dutasteride
Which anticholinergic agent is indicated for patients with BPH and complaints of irritative voiding symptoms?
Solifenacin (Vesicare)
Which medication class is Mirabegron (Myrbetriq) classified as?
β3 Adrenergic Agonist
What is the initial dose of Finasteride (Proscar) for the treatment of BPH?
5 mg daily
Which landmark trials are often referenced when discussing combination therapy for BPH?
MTOPS and COMBAT
Which parameter should be monitored prior to initiation of anticholinergic medications for BPH?
Post-void residual
What is the primary pharmacological effect of alpha-1 adrenergic antagonists in BPH treatment?
Relaxation of smooth muscle in the bladder neck and prostate
Learn about preoperative medication with Tadalafil (Cialis), including its mechanism of action, dosing, adverse effects, and drug interactions. Understand the importance of renal dose adjustment and monitoring parameters for Tadalafil use.
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