In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of desmopressin for the treatment nocturia among benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) patients. The study concluded that low dose desmopressin is a safe and effective treatment for nocturia in combination with the BPH medication tamsulosin (Flomax). Some background...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if the severity of urinary symptoms affects sleep in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The study concluded that improvement in symptoms was associated with better sleep over time. Some background Many urinary symptoms are associated with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH, enlarged...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of silodosin (Rapaflo) on nocturia in men with BPH. The study concluded that silodosin treatment was associated with an improvement in nocturia in these patients. Some background Men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) often experience bothersome urinary symptoms such...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of Serenoa repens (American saw palmetto) extract to treat lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). They determined that Serenoa repens extract did not improve LUTS in men with BPH. Some background Men with benign prostatic hyperplasia...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study compared the effects of tamsulosin (Flomax) treatment to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) to treat nocturia in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The study determined that TURP was more effective than tamsulosin at treating nocturia in men with BPH. Some background Benign prostatic...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of naftopidil on lower urinary tract symptoms in men, comparing morning and evening doses. The study concluded that taking naftopidil in the evening improved urinary tract symptoms more than morning dosing. Some background Nocturia refers to an increased urge to urinate at night....
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of desmopressin on nocturia symptoms in older men. The study concluded that desmopressin was safe and effective at reducing nocturia symptoms. Some background Desmopressin has been under the focus of recent investigation as a novel way to treat nocturia. While desmopressin has...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if there is a motivating factor for men who seek treatment for LUTS. The authors suggested that nocturia is the most common motivating factor for seeking treatment in men with LUTS. Some background Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) can have a negative impact on daily life. They are usually...
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