Tamsulosin sold by the name Flomax is essentially an alpha blocker that is used for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) also known as enlarged prostate and all its associated symptoms. Tamsulosin helps in complete relaxation of muscles as well as veins thereby allowing free movement of blood and hence help in treating the problems associated with improper functioning of prostrate and bladder neck. Relaxation of these muscles helps in providing relief to symptoms of BPH like frequent urination, difficulty in urination and also suppresses the need to pass urine during the night. Tamsulosin should not be used by children or women.
Tamsulosin should be taken as per doctors’ prescription for a particular condition. Do not recommend Tamsulosin to anyone even though they may be experiencing the same symptoms as this drug should only be taken under doctor’s supervision. Patients taking Tamsulosin should have regular checkup with the doctors to understand their progress. Tamsulosin hydrochloride is the active ingredient with the other inactive ingredients of the medicine being microcrystalline cellulose, calcium stearate, triacetin, methacrylic acid copolymer dispersion, titanium dioxide, FD & C blue No.2, ferric oxide, small traces of black edible ink and gelatin.
Some medications may have an impact on the functioning of Tamsulosin. Therefore it is essential that you must inform the doctor about all the prescription, over the counter and herbal medication that you are taking before starting with Tamsulosin. Do not take two doses of Tamsulosin at the same time even if you miss the dose. Overdose of Tamsulosin can be harmful and therefore doctor should be contacted immediately if you suspect higher dosage of the medicine has been taken.
How to use
Read the pharmacy leaflet that comes with Tamsulosin carefully before starting with this medicine for treating enlarged prostrate. Only the recommended dosage of Tamsulosin should be taken once a day after 30 minutes of having the food. Don’t take this medicine on empty stomach. Tamsulosin comes in the form of a capsule where the entire capsule should be swallowed with water and should not be opened, crushed or chewed. If you miss a dose of tamsulosin, take the next dose at the scheduled time. In case of an overdose of Tamsulosin contact your doctor immediately.
Side Effects
Tamsulosin users when starting with this medicine could experience a sudden drop in their blood pressure, experience dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, and allergic reactions like rash, hives or itching and could even experience swelling in face, throat and tongue. In more serious reaction patients may experience prolonged painful erection for which the doctors should be consulted immediately. Tamsulosin when taken during cataract surgery can cause some eye problems and hence inform your doctor before hand before undergoing any cataract treatment.
Drug Interaction
Tamsulosin users should tell their doctor about all the medicines that they are currently using before starting with this medicine for treating enlarged prostrate. Tamsulosin should be taken with cautions with following medicine:
• Drugs like sildenaful, vardenafil which are used for treating male erectile dysfunction
• Alpha blockers, BP medicines, warfarin and other blood thinners and antibiotics and antifungal drugs
• Avoid using Tamsulosin with narcotic pain relievers, sedatives, antihistamines, anti anxiety, anti depressants, tranquilizers and other psychiatric medications
Over Dose
Uses
Tamsulosin is an alpha blocker that can be used for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia also called as enlarge prostrate and all associated symptom.
Storage
Tamsulosin should be kept at room temperature of 25 degree Celsius away from light and moisture. For short time medicine can be kept at a temperature of 30 degree. Don’t keep this drug in bathroom and store it away from the reach of children and pets.
Precaution
Inform your doctors about your complete medical history and other drugs that you are taking presently before starting with Tamsulosin. Tamsulosin should be taken with caution by users having:
• Liver disorder and kidney problems
• Low BP and planning to have cataract surgery
• Are allergic to sulfa or any ingredient of Tamsulosin
People using Tamsulosin may feel dizzy and hence should not drive or indulge in any activity requiring high alertness after taking this medicine.
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