Tamsulosin Capsule (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 0.2 mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally 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 by certain patients. For example, those allergic to this medication or its components, those with a history of angioedema, those with symptoms of orthostatic hypotension, those with severely impaired liver function, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. Additionally, individuals with severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, and those taking blood pressure medications or specific alpha-1 blockers, PDE5 inhibitors, and CYP3A4 inhibitors should use this medication cautiously and may need to follow the doctor's instructions. When taking this medication, symptoms of blood pressure drop such as syncope or loss of consciousness may occur, so careful monitoring is necessary. Various side effects such as dizziness, headaches, drowsiness, low blood pressure, allergic reactions, or gastrointestinal disturbances may also occur. If unusual symptoms arise during use, immediate consultation with a doctor is required, especially if there is a persistent erection or severe allergic reaction, as prompt treatment is necessary. This medication can lower blood pressure, so dosages must be strictly adhered to, and care should be taken to avoid dizziness with sudden posture changes. Caution should also be exercised when performing hazardous activities such as driving or working at heights to prevent accidents due to drowsiness or dizziness. Additionally, this medication is not a curative treatment but a symptomatic relief; if symptoms do not improve, other treatment options should be considered. Capsules or sustained-release tablets should not be chewed or crushed and should be taken with water. They should be kept out of reach of children. It is safest for pregnant or nursing women and children under 18 to avoid taking this medication. Finally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so if taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist.

• Fainting
• loss of consciousness
• dizziness
• balance disturbances
• orthostatic dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• irritability
• insomnia
• decreased libido

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to retain the medication's effect and safety for an extended period.

Appearance

A capsule with an upper reddish-apricot color and a lower white color containing white-yellowish pellets.

Package unit

30 capsules, 100 capsules/bottle