Tamsulosin Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Tamsulosin-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Tamsulosin brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Tamsulosin Pronunciation : tam-SOO-loe-sin Therapeutic Classification : BPH AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Tamsulosin
India :
Geritam 0.4 |
Protam MR (400 mcg) |
Urimax 0.4 |
Veltam Plus |
Contiflo OD (0.2 mg) |
Urimax (0.2mg) |
Veltam (0.4mg) |
Alfatam |
Glancin-0.4 (0.4mg) |
Prostop
International :
Flomax
Why is Tamsulosin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an alpha blocker, prescribed for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or prostate enlargement. It improves the flow of urine by relaxing the muscles of the prostate and the lower part of the bladder.When should Tamsulosin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity to this drug.What is the dosage of Tamsulosin?
Adult: PO- Extended release 400 mcg once daily, up to 800 mcg once daily after 2-4 wk if needed.How should Tamsulosin be taken?
It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, it should be taken with food.What are the warnings and precautions for Tamsulosin?
•Prostate cancer should be ruled out before starting the therapy.It may cause a complication called intra operative floppy iris syndrome in patients who undergoes cataract surgery.
It may cause low blood pressure and fainting in standing position especially with first dose, or if dosage is increased or an antihypertensive drug or a phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor is added to the treatment regimen.
Caution needed when used in patients with sulfa allergy, pregnancy, breastfeeding, liver or kidney impairment, and children.
• It may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Take this medication in whole. Do not crush.
What are the side effects of Tamsulosin?
Body as Whole- Headache, increase in infections, weakness, back pain, chest pain.Central Nervous System- Dizziness, altered sleep.
Respiratory- Inflammation of nose, pharynx and sinuses.
Gastrointestinal- Diarrhea, nausea.
Genitourinary- Abnormal ejaculation, decrease in sexual activities, painful persistent penile erection (rare).
Eye- Blurred vision.
Hypersensitivity- Severe allergic reactions like rash, itching, swelling, trouble in breathing.
