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Maintenance of alpha-blocker and 5-ARI
Maintenance of alpha-blocker and 5-ARI is a Alpha-blocker and 5-alpha reductase inhibitor combination Small molecule drug developed by Gangnam Severance Hospital. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms.
This combination therapy maintains symptom relief in benign prostatic hyperplasia by combining alpha-blocker-mediated smooth muscle relaxation with 5-alpha reductase inhibitor-mediated reduction of prostate volume.
This combination therapy maintains symptom relief in benign prostatic hyperplasia by combining alpha-blocker-mediated smooth muscle relaxation with 5-alpha reductase inhibitor-mediated reduction of prostate volume. Used for Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms.
At a glance
| Generic name | Maintenance of alpha-blocker and 5-ARI |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Gangnam Severance Hospital |
| Drug class | Alpha-blocker and 5-alpha reductase inhibitor combination |
| Target | Alpha-1 adrenergic receptor and 5-alpha reductase enzyme |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Urology |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
Alpha-blockers relax smooth muscle in the prostate and bladder neck to improve urinary flow and reduce lower urinary tract symptoms. 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (5-ARI) block conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, reducing prostate size over time. Together, they address both acute symptom relief and long-term disease progression in benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Approved indications
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Common side effects
- Erectile dysfunction
- Decreased libido
- Dizziness
- Retrograde ejaculation
- Orthostatic hypotension
Key clinical trials
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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Related
- Drug class: All Alpha-blocker and 5-alpha reductase inhibitor combination drugs
- Target: All drugs targeting Alpha-1 adrenergic receptor and 5-alpha reductase enzyme
- Manufacturer: Gangnam Severance Hospital — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Urology
- Indication: Drugs for Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
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