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Alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors for benign prostatic hyperplasia make up most of this range, including Flomax, Avodart, Uroxatral and Jalyn, alongside Xtandi, a separate prostate cancer medicine.

Flomax

Tamsulosin

0.2mg · 0.4mg

Tamsulosin capsules for an enlarged prostate. It relaxes the muscles around the prostate to ease urination.

From$1.21/ capsuleView

Avodart

Dutasteride

0.5mg

Dutasteride soft gelatin capsules for benign prostatic hyperplasia. It blocks the hormone that causes the prostate to enlarge.

From$2.62/ capsuleView

Uroxatral

Alfuzosin

10mg

Alfuzosin tablets for an enlarged prostate. It relaxes prostate and bladder muscles to help urine flow.

From$1.60/ tabletView

Jalyn

Dutasteride, Tamsulosin

0.5mg + 0.4mg

Dutasteride and tamsulosin capsules for an enlarged prostate. Dutasteride shrinks the prostate slowly, tamsulosin relaxes muscle to ease urination.

From$1.88/ capsuleView

Xtandi

Enzalutamide

40mg

Enzalutamide capsules for prostate cancer. They block male hormones like testosterone from helping cancer grow.

From$19.02/ capsuleView

Key points

  • BPH can be managed with monitoring, medicines or procedures, depending on how much the symptoms affect daily life.
  • Alpha blockers relax muscle around the bladder neck and prostate, while 5-alpha reductase inhibitors work by shrinking the prostate over time.
  • Urinary symptoms need proper assessment, since they do not point to one single prostate condition.
  • Xtandi stands apart from the other four: it treats prostate cancer, not benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors for BPH

Dutasteride is the 5-alpha reductase inhibitor here, found in Avodart; it works by shrinking the prostate over time. Tamsulosin and alfuzosin are the alpha blockers, found in Flomax and Uroxatral; each relaxes muscle to ease urine flow. Jalyn combines dutasteride with tamsulosin in one capsule, joining both mechanisms. Avodart, Flomax, Uroxatral and Jalyn are all listed for benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Xtandi: a separate prostate cancer medicine

Xtandi contains enzalutamide, an androgen synthesis inhibitor listed for prostate cancer, not benign prostatic hyperplasia. It sits in this range because it affects the prostate, but it works on a different disease with its own treatment pathway from the four BPH medicines above.

Further reading

What prostate medicines does Direct Meds sell?

Direct Meds lists 5 prostate medicines. Together they contain 4 different active ingredients, including tamsulosin, dutasteride and alfuzosin. Examples include Flomax and Avodart; all 5 medicines are listed on this page.

What conditions are prostate medicines used for?

Between them, the prostate medicines on Direct Meds are used for benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer.

In what forms are prostate medicines sold?

Mostly as capsules, with some tablets. The forms and strengths are listed on each product page.

Which of these prostate medicines is right for me?

Start with the active ingredient: there are 4 different ones in this range. Products with the same active ingredients contain the same medicine. Compare their strength, form and price per unit. Each product page's details table lists uses, how quickly it works, side effects and interactions. If you take other medicines or have a long-term condition, check with a doctor or pharmacist first.

Are these prostate medicines brand-name or generic?

Mostly generic. Names such as Flomax and Avodart identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength. The generic brand and maker depend on stock.

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How are prostate medicines priced?

Compare each medicine, strength and pack on its product page. Prices are shown in rand, converted from US dollars, so the final rand total can change with the exchange rate. Larger packs usually cost less per unit.

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Do I need a prescription to buy prostate medicines in South Africa?

No. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order prostate medicines. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.

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Where can I buy prostate medicines online in South Africa?

Choose a product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.

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