TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE vs UROXATRAL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE and UROXATRAL are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE	UROXATRAL
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$1.52 /30	~$3.28 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE	ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Sciegen Pharms	Advanz Pharma
Dosage forms	Capsule	Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Alpha-Adrenergic Blocker	Alpha-Adrenergic Blocker
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 14 to 15 hours	—
Treats	Prostatic Hyperplasia	Prostatic Hyperplasia

tamsulosin hydrochloride uroxatral

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$1.52 /30

~$3.28 /30

Type

Active ingredient

TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE

ALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Sciegen Pharms

Advanz Pharma

Dosage forms

Capsule

Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Alpha-Adrenergic Blocker

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 14 to 15 hours

—

Treats

Prostatic Hyperplasia

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Tamsulosin Hydrochloride or Uroxatral?

Tamsulosin Hydrochloride costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $1.52 vs $3.28 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Tamsulosin Hydrochloride and Uroxatral?

Tamsulosin Hydrochloride contains Tamsulosin Hydrochloride, while Uroxatral contains Alfuzosin Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.