Tamsulosin Extended-Release Tablets 0.2 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be used in certain patients. People who have had an allergic reaction to this drug or its components should not take it. This drug should also not be administered to patients who experience sudden drops in blood pressure, as it may exacerbate their symptoms. Patients with severely impaired liver function may have increased blood concentrations of this medication, so caution is advised. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so people with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should not take it. Patients with severe kidney dysfunction or the elderly should use this medication with care. If taking blood pressure-lowering agents, PDE5 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors, or alpha-1 blockers, interactions may occur, so consult a professional. In particular, it is generally advisable not to administer this medication to patients on alpha-1 blockers or those who have previously taken them, but it may be used cautiously only when necessary. Caution is also required in cases of prior histories of urinary syncope. This medication may cause side effects such as dizziness, blood pressure reduction, drowsiness, headaches, and dyspepsia; contact medical personnel immediately if symptoms are severe. In severe cases, fainting or loss of consciousness may occur, so careful observation is necessary. In cases of overdose, this medication can cause excessively low blood pressure, so the prescribed dose must be strictly adhered to. Dizziness may occur when standing, so it is advisable to change positions slowly. If the therapeutic effect of this medication is insufficient, consider other treatment options. Caution should be taken when driving or working at heights due to the risk of accidents from dizziness or drowsiness. This medication also requires caution in patients with specific allergic histories. Additionally, this medication should be taken whole with water, without chewing or crushing, and it is safest to take it directly from the packaging. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container. It is advisable that this medication not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and children under 18, as safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients should confirm kidney function status and start at an appropriate dose while monitoring progress.

• Syncope
• loss of consciousness
• dizziness
• impaired balance
• orthostatic dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• irritability
• insomnia
• decreased libido

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets, 100 tablets