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Doxazosin vs Minoxidil

Compare Doxazosin and Minoxidil side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

DoxazosinMinoxidil
Drug classalpha-Adrenergic BlockerArteriolar Vasodilator
Used to treatHigh blood pressure, Prostatic hyperplasia, Urinary retentionAlopecia, Malignant hypertension
Generic priceFrom $0.064 each, about $1.91 for 30 (2 mg tablet)From $0.098 each, about $2.95 for 30 (2.5 mg tablet); other forms from $0.27 per gram (5% foam (For Men))
Brand priceCardura: from $6.99 each, about $210 for 30 (4 mg tablet (XL))No brand price listed
Generic savingsGeneric costs over 99% less than the brandNot listed