Flomax
 | Flomax (Tamsulosin) is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). |
Packages
| 90 * 0.4 mg | $164.07 | $1.82 per pill | ADD TO CART |
| 30 * 0.4 mg | $55.37 | $1.85 per pill | ADD TO CART |
| 90 * 0.2 mg | $58.9 | $0.65 per pill | ADD TO CART |
| 60 * 0.4 mg | $104.93 | $1.75 per pill | ADD TO CART |
| 120 * 0.4 mg | $210.15 | $1.75 per pill | ADD TO CART |
| 240 * 0.4 mg | $384.92 | $1.6 per pill | ADD TO CART |
| 30 * 0.2 mg | $37.68 | $1.26 per pill | ADD TO CART |
| 60 * 0.2 mg | $59.05 | $0.98 per pill | ADD TO CART |
Product description
Usage
Tamsulosin relaxes your veins and arteries so that blood can more easily pass through them. It also relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.
Tamsulosin is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).
Tamsulosin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Dosage
Take tamsulosin exactly as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not use more of the medication than recommended. Do not take tamsulosin for longer than your doctor has prescribed. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.
Take each dose with a full glass of water. Swallow the tamsulosin capsule whole. Do not crush, chew, or open the capsule. Tamsulosin is usually taken once a day, approximately 30 minutes after a meal. Try to take this medication at the same time each day. If you stop taking tamsulosin for several days in a row, call your doctor before starting the medication again. You may need to restart at a different dose.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your doctor will need to check you on a regular basis. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
If you miss a dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
If you miss your doses for several days in a row, contact your doctor before restarting the medication. You may need a lower dose.
Storage instructions
Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Warnings
Before taking tamsulosin, tell your doctor if you use any of the following drugs:
- cimetidine (Tagamet);
- cyclosporine (Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune);
- metronidazole (Flagyl, Protostat);
- warfarin (Coumadin);
- antibiotics such as azithromycin (Zithromax), ciprofloxacin (Cipro), clarithromycin (Biaxin), erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Ery-Tab, Erythrocin), itraconazole (Sporanox), or ketoconazole (Nizoral);
- antidepressants such as citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine (Paxil), or sertraline (Zoloft);
- heart or blood pressure medication such as diltiazem (Cardizem, Dilacor, Tiazac) or verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin, Verelan); or
- HIV /AIDS medicine such as indinavir (Crixivan), nelfinavir (Viracept), ritonavir (Norvir), or saquinavir (Invirase, Fortovase).
If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to take tamsulosin, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.
There may be other drugs not listed that can affect tamsulosin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
Possible side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using tamsulosin and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- penis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer;
- severe dizziness; or
- fainting.
Keep taking tamsulosin and talk with your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:
- mild dizziness or drowsiness;
- sleep problems (insomnia);
- abnormal ejaculation, decreased sex drive; or
- runny or stuffy nose, sore throat.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
