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Dongsung Tamsulosin Capsule (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Dongsung Tamsulosin Capsule (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationOral
Ingredient · strength
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride›0.2mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Dongsung Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A capsule with an upper apricot color and a lower white color containing white to light yellow pellets
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201803666 · Approved 2018.09.10 · Insurance code 643203040

Summary

Main use
Improvement of voiding difficulties associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer tamsulosin hydrochloride 0.2 mg 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
Dongsung Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of voiding difficulties associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia

  • Urinary disorders
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This medication is used to improve urinary disorders caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer tamsulosin hydrochloride 0.2 mg 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 in patients with a history of allergic reactions, patients with orthostatic hypotension who experience sudden drops in blood pressure, and patients with severely impaired liver function. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should also not use this medication. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, and those taking certain antihypertensive medications or other drugs should use this medication with special caution. This drug may lower blood pressure, which can lead to symptoms such as dizziness or fainting; if these symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Additionally, caution is needed when performing dangerous activities, such as driving or working at heights, while taking this medication. Do not chew the tablet or open the capsule; it must be taken as directed. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container. Safety and efficacy in pregnant women or children under 18 years of age have not been established, so it should not be used in these populations. For the elderly, treatment should start at a low dose and be gradually increased while monitoring the condition. While taking this medication, it is important to check for the presence of prostate cancer, and if prostate cancer is suspected, alternative treatment methods should be considered. Additionally, this medication may cause persistent erection in some patients; if such symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. When taking this medication with others, consult a doctor because interactions may lead to more severe blood pressure reduction.

Side effects

  • Fainting
  • loss of consciousness
  • dizziness
  • balance disturbances
  • orthostatic dizziness
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • nervousness
  • insomnia
  • decreased libido
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  • anxiety
  • numbness
  • tachycardia
  • low blood pressure
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • palpitations
  • arrhythmia
  • rash
  • itching
  • hives
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • discomfort in the stomach
  • feelings of heaviness in the stomach
  • abdominal pain
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • dental disorders
  • swallowing difficulties
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • jaundice
  • burning sensation in the pharynx
  • general malaise
  • nasal congestion
  • nosebleeds
  • edema
  • urinary incontinence
  • taste disturbances
  • gynecomastia
  • priapism
  • infections
  • fatigue
  • back pain
  • chest pain
  • rhinitis
  • pharyngitis
  • increased cough
  • sinusitis
  • abnormal ejaculation
  • amblyopia
  • intraoperative iris hypotonia syndrome
  • blurred vision
  • visual impairment
  • erythema multiforme
  • exfoliative dermatitis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • photosensitivity reactions
  • chest discomfort
  • dyspnea
  • erectile dysfunction
  • redness
  • tinnitus
  • skin diseases of the tongue
  • lips and facial areas
  • angioedema
  • skin peeling
  • rarely priapism

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A capsule with an upper apricot color and a lower white color containing white to light yellow pellets

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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