Cardura XL and Metozolv ODT

• Generic Name: doxazosin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, multilayer, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Cardura, Cardura XL, Doxadura, Cascor, Carduran

Cardura XL is an alpha-adrenergic (AL-fa ad-ren-ER-jik) blockers. This medicine relaxes your veins and arteries so that blood can more easily pass through them. It also relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.

Cardura XL is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), or to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).

The extended-release form of doxazosin (Cardura XL) is for use only in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and should not be used to treat hypertension.

Cardura XL may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metoclopramide
• Dosage Forms: tablet, orally disintegrating
• Other Brand Names: Metozolv ODT, Reglan

Metozolv ODT (metoclopramide orally disintegrating tablets) increases muscle contractions in the upper digestive tract. This speeds up the rate at which the stomach empties into the intestines.

Metozolv ODT is is a prescription medicine used in adults for 4 to 12 weeks to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux in people who have used other medications without relief.

Metozolv ODT is also used to treat gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying) in people with diabetes, which can cause heartburn and stomach discomfort after meals.

Metozolv ODT is supplied as a tablet that melts in your mouth.