regitine

Frequently asked questions

What does Regitine treat?

Regitine (Phentolamine Mesylate) may be used to treat extravasation of diagnostic and therapeutic materials, malignant hypertension, necrosis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Regitine work?

Regitine is a alpha-adrenergic blocker. Alpha-adrenergic blockers block the alpha-1 receptors that adrenaline-like signals use to tighten muscle in blood vessels and the prostate. This relaxes those muscles, lowering blood pressure and easing urine flow in men with an enlarged prostate.

How is Regitine rated?

pharmaranks gives Regitine a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Regitine?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Regitine. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Regitine?

Regitine is marketed by Novartis. You can see Novartis's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Regitine a brand-name or generic drug?

Regitine is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Phentolamine Mesylate.

Is Regitine available over the counter?

No. Regitine is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Regitine come in?

Regitine is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Regitine?

Regitine is classified as alpha-adrenergic blocker, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Regitine FDA-registered?

Regitine is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA008278. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Regitine been recalled by the FDA?

Regitine has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Regitine safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Regitine a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.