Compare Treatments
Mirabegron
Beta-3 Adrenergic Agonist
Overview
Mirabegron is an oral medication prescribed for the treatment of overactive bladder. Requires prescription.
Pros
- Oral medication, easy to take
- Starts to work within 3-4 hours
Cons
- Full effects may take 4-8 weeks
- Needs to be taken at the same time every day
Tamsulosin
Alpha Blocker
Overview
Tamsulosin contains the same active ingredient found in Flomax®. Requires a prescription and is available in .4mg capsules.
Pros
- Oral medication, easy to take
- Non-invasive BPH treatment
Cons
- Needs to be taken at the same time every day
Finasteride
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor
Overview
Finasteride is the same active ingredient as Propecia® and Proscar and is used to treat hair loss or BPH in men.
Pros
- Oral tablet is easy to take
- Non-invasive BPH or hair loss treatment
- Can be prescribed with other treatment options to maximize results
Cons
- Common side effects include reduced libido
- Can be absorbed through the skin if the tablet is broken or crushed
- Should not be handled by pregnant women or women planning to become pregnant, or developing male infants
