Here is a collection of user reviews for the medication Hytrin sorted by most helpful. 
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Hytrin was the first blood pressure medicine that worked for me, without unacceptable side effects. The generic is extremely cheap, too--$4 per month at WalMart without even using my insurance. Published: September 24, 2007 ::
Since starting taking this medication I had serious vision problems, liquid & weight retention, respiratory & cardio distress. About six days ago this medication very nearly killed me because of fainting and falling off a roof. This medication should be banned, it is extremely dangerous. Published: April 02, 2008 ::
It makes my legs swell and ache if I dont get to sleep right away! Published: March 19, 2008 ::
My BP went from an average of 140/99 to 120/85 with no side effects. Published: October 23, 2008 ::
good Published: October 23, 2008 ::
Prescribed for prostate/urinary issues. Lightheadedness, low energy, and sinus congestion were some of the side effects I experienced. The cost of the side effects outweight the benefits for me... I'm through with Hytrin. Published: July 14, 2009 ::
I have been on hytrin for about 15-20 years. I have been taking it so long I forget. It is the only drug that I have found that is good for my high blood pressure. Recently, I tried a new drug and I had a lot of side effects - so I wnet back on hytrin and I am happy. Published: December 20, 2008 ::
Problem is: I now have sinus stoppage at night therefor I must take a sinus pill to help my breathing. Published: December 07, 2008 ::
This medicene had very long times to results Published: March 02, 2008 ::
I have been on the medication for about three days now and it has certainly caused my bp to drop - dramatically so. On average my bp is about 140/100; since adding Hytrin to the regimen, my bp has swung the other way and now averages about 112/70. Published: June 21, 2009 ::
My have had some breast enlargement during the 8-month use of this medication. Published: November 15, 2008 ::
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My husband died after taking 2 doses of hytrin. The doctor never asked if he had low blood pressure. He had a stroke and died within a month.The Dr. did not take my husbands blood pressure before giving him the sample pack.The only instructions were ( take one at bedtime every day until sample is gone) Published: December 04, 2007 ::