Silodosin vs tamsulosin for enlarged prostate symptoms
Treatments studied
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial compares two medications, silodosin and tamsulosin, to see which one works better for men with frequent or difficult urination caused by an enlarged prostate. All participants will try both medicines at different times to find the best option.
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Who can take part
- You are a man aged 50 or older
- You have been told you have an enlarged prostate with moderate to severe urinary symptoms
- Your symptom score is 8 or higher on a standard test called IPSS
- Your prostate is 30 mL or bigger on ultrasound or exam
- You haven't taken any prostate medications in the past month
- You do not have conditions like prostate cancer, bladder stones, or a history of prostate surgery
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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