How do you assess the pros and cons of discontinuing a selective alpha blocker such as tamsulosin or alfuzosin in an older adult male with orthostatic hypotension and established urinary retention?
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Geriatric Medicine · Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Discontinuing alpha blockers in older adults with orthostatic hypotension (OH) and urinary retention is rarely straightforward, and the decision hinges on several key points. First, it is important to understand that selective alpha-blockers (tamsulosin, alfluzosin) work by relaxing the smooth muscl...