Tamsulosin 0.4 mg belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers.which is used for treatment of the enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia in men.
Uses of tamsulosin 0.4 mg
Tamsulosin 0.4 mg is used by men to treatment of the symptoms of an enlarged prostate.
Tamsulosin 0.4 mg is works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. It doesn’t shrink the prostate.
Tamsulosin 0.4 mg helps to relieve symptoms of BPH(enlarged prostate) such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night).
Note ; This medication not use for treat high blood pressure.
When your prostate gland becomes enlarged it can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and a need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently.
It can also cause urine flow to be slower.
If not treated, there is a risk that your urine flow will be completely blocked.
Tamsulosin 0.4mg works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate. So, it can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate.
How to taken Tamsulosin 0.4 mg
If you have any other allergies before taking tamsulosin tell your doctor or pharmacist
Take this Tamsulosin 0.4 mg in the dose and duration as exactly as per prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets..
Tamsulosin capsules are usually taken once a day, within 30 minutes after the same meal each day.
Swallow it as a whole.
Do not chew, crush or break it or open it.
Tamsulosin 0.4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Your blood pressure will need to be checked often.
If you stop using this medicine, do not start it again without your doctor’s advice.
when you first time start taking Tamsulosin May lower your blood pressure and can cause dizziness or fainting.
Common side effects may include:
abnormal ejaculation(Ejaculation disorder),
In male semen level decreased
dizziness, drowsiness, weakness;
runny or stuffy nose,
sore throat, cough;
back pain, chest pain,
headache,Abdominal pain
nausea, diarrhea;
tooth problems;
blurred vision;
sleep problems; or
decreased interest in sex,
Bacterial or viral Infection,
Inflammation of the nose.
If Missed Dose of tab Tamsulosin 0.4 mg
If by mistake you miss a dose to taking at a time , take it as soon as you remember.
If it’s near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose.
Take your next dose at the regular time.
Please Do not take a double the dose to catch up missed dose.
Tamsulosin 0.4 mg storage condition :
Store at room temperature.
Store away from direct sunlight (heat) and moisture
Do not store in the bathroom.
Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Store tightly closed at room temperature( Store below 30°C ).
Properly discard this product when it is expired.
If no longer needed this medicine please properly discard it.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain.