Teropin 2 mg Tablets (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Adult dose

1. Urinary disturbances caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia - Initial dose: As tamsulosin hydrochloride, take 1 mg orally before bedtime as the starting dose; do not exceed this dose. - Maintenance dose: Gradually increase the dose until symptoms improve, taking 5-10 mg orally once daily. - When co-administered with diuretics or other antihypertensives, the dose should be reduced and increased as necessary. 2. Hypertension - Initial dose: As tamsulosin hydrochloride

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Patients who are allergic to this drug or similar medications should not take it. Children under 12 years should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with a genetic disorder affecting lactose digestion should avoid it. Patients with severe liver or kidney dysfunction should use this medication cautiously. Patients with certain health issues such as orthostatic hypotension, heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, or diabetes should take caution when using. Individuals allergic to any coloring agents contained in this medicine should also exercise caution. This medication may cause various side effects ranging from mild dizziness to severe fainting. Particularly, there is a risk of fainting when taking it for the first time or suddenly increasing the dose, so caution is advised. Various symptoms such as dizziness, headache, drowsiness, indigestion, and skin rash may occur. Blood pressure may drop suddenly, so caution is needed when driving or operating dangerous machinery. Patients should move slowly when getting up from a lying position, as dizziness or fainting may occur. This medication is used to relieve symptoms of prostatic hyperplasia, but it should be used only after confirming the absence of prostate cancer. Patients who are scheduled for cataract surgery should inform their ophthalmologist about using this medication. When used with other medications, the blood pressure-lowering effect may be increased, so consultation with a physician is necessary. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should use this medication cautiously, and nursing mothers should avoid use if possible. Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established, so it is not recommended for use. Elderly patients should start with a lower dose to prevent excessively low blood pressure. In case of overdose, severe hypotension may occur, so immediate contact with a medical institution for appropriate treatment is advised. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and changing storage containers should be avoided.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (skin or eyes turning yellow), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary issues

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• fatigue
• peripheral edema
• depression
• nervousness
• headache
• lethargy
• weakness
• sweating
• insomnia

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale orange round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle