North East and North Cumbria
ICS Formulary
 
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7 Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and urinary-tract disorders
07-04-01 Alpha-blockers

Tamsulosin
First Choice

400 microgram modified-release capsules

 

The following are not approved:

  • modified release tablets
  • combination products with solifenacin; prescribe separately

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Alfuzosin
Formulary

 2.5mg tablets and 10mg XL tablets


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Doxazosin
Formulary

1mg, 2mg and 4mg tablets

 

The following are not approved:

  • 8mg tablets
  • modified-release preparations

 


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Prazosin
Formulary
  • 500microgram tablets

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Doxazosin  8mg tablets, MR products
Non Formulary

The following are not approved:

  • 8mg tablets
  • modified-release preparations
Link  Items which should not routinely be prescribed in primary care: policy guidance

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Tamsulosin  MR tablets and combination products
Non Formulary

 

The following are not approved:

  • modified release tablets
  • combination products with solifenacin; prescribe separately

 

For preferred preparations, see main formulary entry above


Not Recomended View adult BNF  View SPC online  View childrens BNF