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Drug Name: Flomax

Active Constituent: Tamsulosin

Synonyms: Ambien, Paxil, Urimax, Veltam, Harnal, Omnic, Pradif, Tamsulosin.

FLOMAX is the medication used to treat the symptoms of enlarged prostrate that is medically known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). FLOMAX reduces the risk of acute urinary retention or an absolute blockage of urine. FLOMAX contains Tamsulosin as the active constituent that overcomes the symptoms of BPH. FLOMAX avoids the production of dihydrotestosterone from testosterone.

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Product Description

What is FLOMAX (Tamsulosin)?

  • FLOMAX is the drug that belongs to the group of alpha 1A receptor antagonist medicines.
  • FLOMAX contains Tamsulosin as the active ingredient that works by inhibiting alpha-1A and alpha-1B-adrenoceptors that causes benign prostatic hyperplasia.
  • FLOMAX helps the muscles in the bladder and the opening of the bladder to relax and causes improves the flow of urine in the individuals who are facing urination problems.
  • FLOMAX may also be used to treat some other conditions as prescribed by the doctor.

How FLOMAX (Tamsulosin) is beneficial?

  • FLOMAX is found to be beneficial in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia caused by the swelling or enlargement of the prostrate.
  • FLOMAX also improves the urine flow that was damaged by benign prostatic hyperplasia.
  • FLOMAX relaxes the veins and arteries in the bladder and thus improves the blood flow in the prostrate. Finally, FLOMAX reduces the excessive stress on the bladder.
  • FLOMAX is an alpha-adrenergic blocker that gives you the relief from the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.

What is the dosage of FLOMAX (Tamsulosin)?

  • Recommended dosage of FLOMAX is 0.4 mg once in a day.
  • The dosage of FLOMAX is increased up to 0.8 mg per day if no effect is observed by the dosage of 0.4 mg for 4 weeks.
  • If you want to increase the dosage of FLOMAX, please take the doctor’s advice.
  • Full glass of water should be taken with FLOMAX dosage as it helps the contents to dissolve in the body.
  • Please take the dosage of FLOMAX at the same time daily and follow the routine.
  • FLOMAX can be taken with or without the meals.
  • Break of at least 15 hours is necessary between the 2 doses of FLOMAX because it requires 15 hours to get completely removed from the body.
  • Swallow the FLOMAX medication as whole, don’t break, chew, or powder the medicine.
  • FLOMAX may take up to 6 months for you to get completely get rid if prostrate enlargement problem. For best results, FLOMAX should be used as directed by doctor.

If I overdose FLOMAX (Tamsulosin)?

  • Please contact your doctor immediately or seek the emergency medical attention if you feel that you have taken too much of FLOMAX.
  • Overdose of FLOMAX may lead to the hypotension and increase in the heartbeat.
  • Severe headache is caused soon after you take FLOMAX overdose.
  • Excessive intake of FLOMAX on regular basis may lead to coma and cardiovascular disorders.
  • No deaths have been reported by the overdose of FLOMAX.

If I miss a dose of FLOMAX (Tamsulosin)?

  • Take the missed dose of FLOMAX as soon as you remember.
  • However, if it is almost for the next dose of FLOMAX, skip the missed dosage of FLOMAX and take the next regularly scheduled dose of drug.
  • Do not use a double dose of FLOMAX unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
  • Some minor side effects observed if you discontinue the dosage of FLOMAX are decrease in the urination and pain in bladder.
  • Don’t miss the dosage of FLOMAX on regular basis because it can lead to the delay in the treatment of symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.


Do need to avoid anything while consuming FLOMAX (Tamsulosin)?

  • Avoid driving the vehicle or operating any machinery that requires you to be alert, if you are using FLOMAX.
  • You also need to avoid alcohol if you are taking FLOMAX because increase in side effects like drowsiness and dizziness was observed.
  • Be careful while getting up from sitting position and while lying position because FLOMAX is likely make you drowsy.
  • Also try to keep smoking in control because it may lead to the delay in the treatment of BPH.

Safety & Precautions

Precautions while taking FLOMAX (Tamsulosin):

  • Please avoid the intake of FLOMAX if you are allergic to Tamsulosin, Dutasteride, Finasteride, or any other constituents of the drug.
  • FLOMAX is the FDA pregnancy category B drug. It means that it will not harm the unborn baby. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult doctor for using the dosage of FLOMAX. Breast-feeding women should avoid the intake of FLOMAX because the safety of drug is not yet established in breast-feeding women.
  • In general FLOMAX is only prescribed for the men. Women should avoid the intake of FLOMAX.
  • Blood donation to the pregnant women must be avoided by the men who are taking FLOMAX because it may cause health hazards to the unborn baby.
  • FLOMAX should not be taken by the individuals suffering from the liver disorders because adverse effects were noted among the individuals with liver disorders during the clinical trials.
  • Men suffering from the kidney disorders can take FLOMAX, but strictly under the doctor’s guidance.
  • Intake of FLOMAX is advisable only under the doctor’s advice to the men with erectile dysfunction.
  • Patients should be checked out for the prostate cancer and other urological diseases before starting the treatment with FLOMAX and regularly after starting the dosage.
  • People having the history of heart disorders and blood disorders should consult doctor before starting the dosage of FLOMAX.
  • FLOMAX intake may affect the fertility in the men. So men having the less sperm count should consult doctor before starting the dosage of FLOMAX.
  • FLOMAX should not be used for the treatment in children because the safety of FLOMAX is not yet established in children.

How FLOMAX (Tamsulosin) is supplied?

  • FLOMAX capsules are available in the strength of 0.4 mg.
  • FLOMAX capsules are orange and green in color.
  • FLOMAX is capsular in shape.

Storage of FLOMAX (Tamsulosin):

  • Store FLOMAX at room temperature between 20 to 25 degrees C.
  • Keep FLOMAX away from light and moisture.
  • Keep FLOMAX in the air-tight dark container.
  • Store FLOMAX in the dust-free environment.
  • Do not store FLOMAX in the bathroom or near the kitchen sinks.
  • Do not freeze FLOMAX medication.
  • Keep FLOMAX away from children and pets

Warnings:

  • Postural hypotension, dizziness, or vertigo was observed among the individuals who are using FLOMAX. People should take this medicine with caution.
  • Avoid driving any machinery or vehicle soon after taking the dosage of FLOMAX because it causes drowsiness and dizziness.
  • Women are not advised to take FLOMAX.
  • Regular check-ups are necessary while you are taking the dosage of FLOMAX because prostate cancer also shows the same symptoms like BPH.
  • Please mention to the ophthalmologist before the cataract surgery if you are under the treatment of FLOMAX.

Side Effects

FLOMAX (Tamsulosin) side effects:
If you experience any of following serious side effects of FLOMAX, stop taking FLOMAX and seek emergency medical attention or contact the doctor immediately:

  • As a side effect, FLOMAX might result in swollen lips or face.
  • Swelling of the tongue or hives may also be experienced if you are taking FLOMAX.
  • You may suffer from headache or lightheadedness due to usage of FLOMAX.
  • You might face liver problems due to intake of FLOMAX.

Sex-related FLOMAX side effects are as follows:

  • Amount of semen on ejaculation was observed to be decreased due to the intake of FLOMAX.
  • Erectile dysfunction was observed in 1% of individuals consuming generic FLOMAX.
  • Lack of interest in sex was observed among some individuals using FLOMAX.
  • Reduced sperm count was observed due to dosage of FLOMAX.

Some common side effects of FLOMAX are as follows:

  • Rashes and itches on skin
  • Pain in testicles
  • Abnormality in breathing
  • Tenderness and swelling in the breasts
  • Headache
  • Swelling in feet and hands

These side effects caused by FLOMAX were observed during the initial stage of the dosage. Please consult the doctor if these don’t go and become troublesome.

Drugs that will affect FLOMAX (Tamsulosin):

  • Some drugs may decrease the effects of FLOMAX and prevent it from properly treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
  • FLOMAX may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, and sedatives
  • Avoid the intake of FLOMAX in combination with cimetidine and warfarin because it may lead to increase in the side effects. Please consult doctor if you want to use FLOMAX in combination with these drugs.
  • Antibiotics like Azithromycin (Zithromax), ciprofloxacin (Cipro), or clarithromycin when taken in combination with FLOMAX can lead to the decrease in the effect of FLOMAX and you may not the delay in the treatment.

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