A patient diagnosed with benign prostatic hypertrophy asks why tamsulosin (Flomax),an alpha-1 adrenergic blocking agent,has been prescribed.Which explanation by the nurse is most accurate?

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Tamsulosin (Flomax) is an alpha-1 adrenergic blocking agent that relaxes the smooth muscle in the prostate gland and bladder neck, improving urinary flow and reducing symptoms of BPH such as difficulty urinating and frequent urination. It does not affect testosterone levels or improve sexual function, and does not directly reduce the size of the prostate.

A Patient Diagnosed with Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy Asks Why Tamsulosin