Tamsulosin is essentially an alpha blocker that is sold by the manufacturer by the name Flomax. Tamsulosin can be used for treating enlarged prostrate or Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) and all associated problem. Tamsulosin helps in relaxing the veins and muscles which helps in free flowing of blood through prostate and bladder neck and helps in curing the problem. Tamsulosin can provide relief from all the BPH symptoms such as difficulty in passing urines, frequent urination and also helps you to control your bladder and suppress the need to pass urine at the middle of night. Tamsulosin should never be used by women or children.
The main active ingredient of this medicine is Tamsulosin hydrochloride with the other inactive components of this medicine being calcium state, microcrystalline cellulose, methacrylic acid, titanium dioxide, copolymer dispersion, ferric oxide, FD &C blue no 2, gelatin and small amount of black edible ink. Tamsulosin is recommended for treating a particular condition and hence should not be recommended to someone else that is noticing the same symptoms. Tamsulosin should always be taken only under doctor’s supervision and the patients taking this medicine should have regular checkup with doctors to monitor their progress.
Some drugs can have an impact on the proper functioning of this medication used for treating enlarged prostrate and hence it is better that you inform the physician about all the prescription, non prescription, over the counter and herbal medicine which you are using when starting with Tamsulosin. If you miss a couple of dosage of this medicine then before taking the next dose of Tamsulosin contacts your doctor. If you suspect an overdose of the medicine has been taken contact your doctor immediately to avoid any negative side effects.

One must carefully read the accompanying pharmacy booklet and should take complete information about how to take Tamsulosin before starting with this medicine. Tamsulosin is usually taken once a day about half an hour of having food. Don’t take this medicine on empty stomach. Tamsulosin dosage depends upon the age of the patient, medical history and severity of the problem. Tamsulosin is available in the form of capsule where entire capsule should be swallowed with a tall glass of water. This medicine for curing enlarged prostrate should not be crushed, opened or chewed. When you miss a dose of this medicine take the next dose at recommended time. If you suspect an overdose of this medicine contact your doctor immediately.

During the initial days of using Tamsulosin patients may experience low blood pressure, fainting, dizziness, allergic reactions like rashes, itching or hives, lightheadedness and can even see swelling of their tongue, throat and face. In very rare cases patients may experience a painful erection for a long time and hence contact doctor immediately. Tamsulosin should not be taken by users planning to undergo cataract surgery.

Inform the doctor about all the prescription, non prescription medicine and herbal medicine before you start using Tamsulosin. Tamsulosin can interact negatively when taken with
• Medicines for treating male erectile dysfunction like vardenafil and sildenafil
• BP medicines, alpha blockers, blood thinners like warfarin, antifungal and antibiotics
• Don’t use Tamsulosin with sedatives, narcotic pain relievers, anti anxiety, tranquilizers, psychiatric medicines, antihistamines and sedatives

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe headache, dizziness, and fainting.

DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you interrupt your treatment for several days or more, call your doctor before restarting the medication, especially if you take more than one capsule a day.

Tamsulosin is a popular alpha blocker which can be used for curing benign prostatic hyperplasia and all associated symptoms.

Tamsulosin has to be kept at room temperature of 25 degree Celsius away from heat, light and moisture. You can keep this medicine for short time at a temperature of about 30 degree. Tamsulosin should not be kept in bathroom and keep it away from pets and children.

Tell your doctor about your medical history and all the medicine that you are using when starting with Tamsulosin. Tamsulosin should not be taken by patients having kidney or liver problem, suffer from low blood pressure and also by the users undergoing cataract surgery. Tamsulosin should be avoided by people allergic to sulfa or any other ingredient of this medicine. As Tamsulosin can cause dizziness do not drive or operate machinery after using this medicine.