Both Concor and Cardura are used to treat high blood pressure, but they belong to two different classes of medications that work by different mechanisms to achieve this goal. Understanding the differences between them helps determine the most appropriate medication for each patient based on their health condition and individual needs.
Concor Tablets Ingredients
Concor tablets contain the active ingredient bisoprolol fumarate. Bisoprolol belongs to a class of selective beta-blockers, which primarily act on beta-1 receptors in the heart. By blocking these receptors, bisoprolol slows the heart rate and reduces the force of heart muscle contraction, leading to lower blood pressure.
Cardura Tablets Ingredients
Cardura tablets contain the active ingredient doxazosin mesylate. Doxazosin belongs to a class of alpha-1 adrenergic blockers. These medications work by relaxing blood vessels, reducing resistance to blood flow and leading to lower blood pressure. Doxazosin is also used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
About Concor Tablets
Drug Class: Hypertension Drugs
Drug Classification: Selective Beta-Blockers
Pharmaceutical Form: Tablets
Pharmaceutical Family: Beta-Adrenergic Receptor Blockers
Active Ingredient: Bisoprolol Fumarate
About Cardura Tablets
Drug Class: Hypertension and BPH Symptoms
Drug Classification: Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Blockers
Pharmaceutical Form: Tablets
Pharmaceutical Family: Alpha-Adrenergic Receptor Blockers
Active Ingredient: Doxazosin Mesylate