Comparing two prostate medicines for their effect on the eye
Treatments studied
Part of Eyes & vision, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study compares two prostate medications, tamsulosin and silodosin, to see if either affects the structure of the eye. It may help men with moderate enlarged-prostate symptoms understand potential side effects on their vision before choosing a treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are a man aged 50 or older
- A doctor has diagnosed you with an enlarged prostate (BPH)
- Your urinary symptoms are considered moderate (not mild or severe) based on a standard 35-point questionnaire
- You have never taken alpha-blocker medicines for your prostate, such as tamsulosin (Flomax) or silodosin (Rapaflo)
- You are free from diabetes, high blood pressure, and any previous eye surgery or eye injury
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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