Tamsulosin before prostate biopsy to prevent urination trouble
Treatments studied
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial tests whether taking Tamsulosin before a prostate biopsy can help prevent short-term urination problems. It may be a good option if you are scheduled for a biopsy and haven't taken similar drugs recently.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a man aged 40 to 85.
- You are having a prostate biopsy because of a suspicious exam, imaging, or PSA level.
- You have not had prostate surgery, a urinary diversion, or used a catheter in the past.
- You have not taken drugs like Tamsulosin, Flomax, or Doxazosin in the last week.
- You do not have a known allergy to Tamsulosin or a history of fainting when standing up.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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