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Tamswell Capsule (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Tamswell Capsule (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride›0.2mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Daewon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
It is a hard capsule with a light pink upper part and a white lower part containing white or pale yellow granules.
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200401750 · Notified 2004.09.03 · Insurance code 671803100

Summary

Main use
Improvement of urinary symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 0.2 mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. Swallow this medicine whole; do not crush or chew it. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of urinary symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia

  • Urinary disorders
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Urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia refer to the symptoms of difficulty in urine expulsion caused by the enlargement of the prostate. This medication is used to alleviate such urinary disorders caused by prostate enlargement.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 0.2 mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. Swallow this medicine whole; do not crush or chew it. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by certain patients. Patients who have had an allergic reaction to this drug or its components, patients with symptoms of orthostatic hypotension, patients with severe liver dysfunction, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, patients taking specific antihypertensive agents or other medications, patients taking alpha-1 blockers, patients with a history of urinary syncope, and patients allergic to Yellow No. 4 (tartrazine) should use this medication with caution. During treatment, symptoms such as dizziness, blood pressure drop, heart rhythm irregularities, allergic reactions, digestive disorders, and liver function abnormalities may occur, so symptoms should be closely monitored. If symptoms like loss of consciousness or syncope occur, discontinue the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. This medication may lower blood pressure, so care should be taken not to overdose, and caution should be exercised when changing posture suddenly as dizziness may occur. Be cautious when driving or performing hazardous tasks as there is a risk of accidents due to dizziness or drowsiness. This medication is for symptomatic relief and not for treatment, so if there is no effect, consider other treatment options. It is also important to confirm the absence of prostate cancer before taking this medication, and very rarely, persistent erection may occur, so if such symptoms arise, inform a healthcare professional immediately. There may be interactions with other medications, so notify your healthcare provider of any other medications you are currently taking. It is safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under 18 not to use this medication. Elderly patients should adjust the dosage according to kidney function and be careful not to overdose. This medication should be taken out of the packaging and consumed, and should not be chewed or opened as this may alter its effectiveness. Finally, store this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Side effects

  • fainting
  • loss of consciousness
  • dizziness
  • abnormal sense of balance
  • orthostatic dizziness
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • nervousness
  • insomnia
  • decreased libido
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  • anxiety
  • numbness
  • tachycardia
  • hypotension
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • palpitations
  • arrhythmia
  • rash
  • itching
  • hives
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • discomfort in the stomach
  • heavy stomach
  • abdominal pain
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • dental disorders
  • swallowing difficulties
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • jaundice
  • burning sensation in the throat
  • generalized fatigue
  • nasal congestion
  • nosebleed
  • edema
  • urinary incontinence
  • altered taste
  • gynecomastia
  • priapism
  • infection
  • lethargy
  • back pain
  • chest pain
  • rhinitis
  • pharyngitis
  • increased cough
  • sinusitis
  • abnormal ejaculation
  • amblyopia
  • intraoperative iris hypotension syndrome
  • blurred vision
  • visual impairment
  • erythema multiforme
  • exfoliative dermatitis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • photosensitivity reaction
  • chest discomfort
  • shortness of breath
  • erectile dysfunction
  • redness
  • tinnitus
  • tongue skin disorder
  • lip skin disorder
  • facial skin disorder
  • skin peeling
  • rarely priapism
  • cataract
  • glaucoma
  • kidney stones
  • hematuria
  • dysuria
  • frequent urination
  • neurogenic bladder
  • urinary stones
  • abdominal pain
  • acute abdominal pain
  • blood in stool
  • diverticulitis
  • abdominal distension
  • erectile dysfunction
  • prostatitis
  • periorbital edema
  • low back pain
  • general weakness
  • foreign body sensation
  • peripheral edema
  • tremor
  • myelopathy
  • Parkinson's syndrome
  • fracture
  • shoulder impingement syndrome
  • cholangitis
  • acute alcohol intoxication
  • hyperlipidemia
  • male reproductive organ abscess
  • prostate cancer
  • angina
  • hypertension
  • mental illness
  • transient ischemic attack
  • cough

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should ideally be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

It is a hard capsule with a light pink upper part and a white lower part containing white or pale yellow granules.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle

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