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Tamsulin Extended Release Capsule 0.2 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Tamsulin Extended Release Capsule 0.2 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationOral
Ingredient · strength
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride›0.2mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
NBK Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Capsules with upper apricot color and lower white containing white to pale yellow pellets
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201908506 · Approved 2019.12.18 · Insurance code 054800610

Summary

Main use
Improvement of voiding disorders 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
NBK Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of voiding disorders associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia

  • Urination disorders
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This medication is used to improve urination disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia.

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 medicine should not be administered to certain patients.\nFor example, patients who are allergic to this drug or its ingredients, or have a history of hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema, should not take it.\nAdditionally, patients with orthostatic hypotension may experience worsened symptoms, so the use of this medicine should be avoided.\nPatients with severe liver dysfunction may experience increased drug concentration in the bloodstream, so it is advisable not to administer it.\nWomen who are pregnant or may become pregnant should also avoid using this medication.\nPatients with severe kidney impairment or the elderly should use this medication cautiously and should start with a lower dose if necessary, observing the condition carefully.\nPatients taking other medications such as antihypertensives, PDE5 inhibitors, and CYP3A4 inhibitors need to be cautious as interactions may increase the risk of side effects.\nIn particular, concomitant use with alpha-1 blockers may aggravate orthostatic hypotension, so they are generally not to be used together, but if absolutely necessary, they should be administered with caution.\nDuring the use of this medicine, symptoms such as fainting, dizziness, and low blood pressure may occur, so consult a doctor immediately if such symptoms appear.\nIf allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching, or hives occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and the medical personnel should be informed.\nGastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea may occur, so consult a doctor if discomfort persists.\nLiver function abnormalities or jaundice may appear, so regular liver function tests are recommended.\nThis medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so caution is needed when driving or operating hazardous machinery.\nDo not chew or open the capsules; they should be taken whole and according to the prescribed method.\nThe safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been established in children or adolescents under 18 years of age.\nThis drug is not approved for use in women and pregnant women should avoid taking it.\nExceeding the prescribed dosage can lead to excessive drops in blood pressure, so the stipulated dose must be strictly followed.\nStore this medication out of the reach of children and avoid transferring it to other containers.

Side effects

  • fainting
  • loss of consciousness
  • dizziness
  • balance disorders
  • orthostatic dizziness
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • nervousness
  • insomnia
  • loss of libido
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  • anxiety
  • numbness
  • tachycardia
  • hypotension
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • palpitations
  • arrhythmia
  • rash
  • itching
  • urticaria
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • discomfort in the stomach
  • heaviness in the stomach
  • abdominal pain
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • dental disorders
  • swallowing disorders
  • liver disorders
  • jaundice
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • burning sensation in the throat
  • generalized weakness
  • nasal congestion
  • nosebleeds
  • edema
  • urinary incontinence
  • taste disorders
  • gynecomastia
  • priapism
  • infection
  • lethargy
  • back pain
  • chest pain
  • rhinitis
  • pharyngitis
  • increased coughing
  • sinusitis
  • abnormal ejaculation
  • amblyopia
  • intraoperative iris hypotension syndrome
  • blurred vision
  • visual impairment
  • erythema multiforme
  • exfoliative dermatitis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • photosensitivity reactions
  • chest discomfort
  • shortness of breath
  • ejaculatory failure
  • redness
  • tinnitus
  • tongue skin disorders
  • lip skin disorders
  • facial skin disorders
  • skin exfoliation
  • rarely priapism
  • cataract
  • glaucoma
  • kidney stones
  • hematuria
  • dysuria
  • frequent urination
  • neurogenic bladder
  • urolithiasis
  • abdominal pain
  • acute abdominal pain
  • diverticulitis
  • hematochezia
  • abdominal distension
  • erectile dysfunction
  • prostatitis
  • periorbital edema
  • low back pain
  • general weakness
  • foreign body sensation
  • peripheral edema
  • tremors
  • myelopathy
  • Parkinson's disease
  • fractures
  • shoulder impingement syndrome
  • cholangitis
  • acute alcohol intoxication
  • hyperlipidemia
  • male reproductive abscess
  • prostate cancer
  • angina
  • hypertension
  • mental disorders
  • transient ischemic attacks
  • cough

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safe to store at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.\nMaintaining the proper storage temperature will help preserve the drug's efficacy and prevent deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Capsules with upper apricot color and lower white containing white to pale yellow pellets

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/bottle

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