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ALFUZOSIN [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-12-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
81403-80-7
CAS number
C19H27N5O4
formula, see observation
CONT

Alfuzosin is used in men to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) ... Alfuzosin is in a class of medications called alpha blockers. It works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder to allow urine to flow more easily.

OBS

Active ingredient commonly sold under the name Xatral.

OBS

Chemical formula: C19H27N5O4

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
81403-80-7
CAS number
C19H27N5O4
formula, see observation
CONT

L'alfuzosine favorise le relâchement des muscles prostatiques et l'ouverture de la vessie, ce qui améliore l'écoulement de l'urine et réduit les symptômes associés à l'HBP [hyperplasie bénigne de la prostate].

OBS

Principe actif couramment commercialisé sous le nom de Xatral.

OBS

Formule chimique : C19H27N5O4

Spanish

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