A client has benign prostatic hyperplasia and hypertension.Which medication could the client safely receive that might treat both conditions?

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Doxazosin is an alpha-blocker that is commonly used to both treat hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia. It relaxes the smooth muscle in the prostate and blood vessels, which can reduce blood pressure. Finasteride only treats benign prostatic hyperplasia, tamsulosin only treats benign prostatic hyperplasia, and sildenafil only treats erectile dysfunction.

A Client Has Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Hypertension