Question

A 70-year-old male with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) presents with obstructive urinary symptoms. According to NICE, which class of medication is recommended as first-line to relieve urinary obstruction?

Accepted Answer

Alpha-1 blockers (e.g., tamsulosin)

Answer

5-alpha reductase inhibitors (e.g., finasteride) alone

Answer

Anticholinergics (e.g., oxybutynin)

Answer

Beta-3 agonists (e.g., mirabegron)

Answer

Surgery (TURP) immediately

Practice question

A 70-year-old male with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) presents with obstructive urinary symptoms. According to NICE, which class of medication is recommended as first-line to relieve urinary obstruction?