Lutznal Extended-Release Tablet 0.2 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: The usual dose is 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.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients should not take it. Patients with symptoms of orthostatic hypotension may experience worsening symptoms, so this medication should be avoided. Patients with severely impaired liver function may experience increased blood concentration if they take this medication, so caution is needed. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose; therefore, patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should not take it. Patients with severe kidney disease or the elderly should use this medication carefully, as there may be interactions with other medications being taken, and consulting a physician is advised. Patients currently taking PDE5 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors, antihypertensives, or alpha-1 blockers should use this medication cautiously. If there is a history of urinary syncope, this medication should be avoided or used very cautiously only when necessary. When taking this medication, side effects such as dizziness, blood pressure drop, palpitations, rash, dyspepsia, and liver function abnormalities may occur, so any unusual symptoms should be reported to a doctor immediately. Especially, syncope or loss of consciousness may occur, making it necessary to closely monitor blood pressure and symptoms. In case of overdose, blood pressure can drop significantly, so the dosage should be adhered to accurately, and sudden movements should be avoided to prevent dizziness. This medication does not treat the underlying cause but is for symptom relief, so if ineffective, alternative treatment methods should be considered. Caution is advised when driving or operating dangerous machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. This medication can also cause rare side effects such as priapism, so if unusual symptoms occur, immediate medical attention is required. Before taking this medication, it is important to confirm the absence of prostate cancer, and patients scheduled for eye surgery should inform their doctor as intraoperative floppy iris syndrome and other ocular issues may arise. This medication may interact with cimetidine, warfarin, CYP3A4 inhibitors, PDE5 inhibitors, etc., so if taking other medications, be sure to consult a physician or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and children under 18 years old have not had confirmed safety and efficacy for this medication, so it should not be used. The elderly may have reduced kidney function, so they should start with a lower dosage and adjust it while monitoring their condition. This is an extended-release preparation, and chewing or opening the capsule can alter its effectiveness, so it must be taken as directed.

Fainting, loss of consciousness, dizziness, altered sense of balance, orthostatic dizziness, headache, drowsiness, nervousness, insomnia, decreased libido, anxiety, numbness, tachycardia, low blood pressure, orthostatic hypotension, palpitations, arrhythmia, rash, itching, urticaria, nausea, vomiting, discomfort in the stomach, general malaise, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, thirst, constipation, diarrhea, dental disorders, swallowing difficulties, elevated AST, elevated ALT, jaundice, burning sensation in the pharynx, general fatigue, nasal congestion, nosebleeds, swelling, urinary incontinence, altered taste, gynecomastia, priapism, infection, lethargy, back pain, chest pain, rhinitis, pharyngitis, increased cough, sinusitis, abnormal ejaculation, amblyopia, intraoperative pupillary tension decrease syndrome, blurred vision, visual impairment, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, photosensitivity reaction, chest discomfort, dyspnea, erectile dysfunction, redness, tinnitus, tongue skin disorders, lip skin disorders, facial skin disorders, skin peeling, rare persistent priapism, cataracts, glaucoma, cholangitis, shoulder impingement syndrome, male genital abscess, reproductive dysfunction, inguinal hernia, colitis, kidney stones, hematuria, dysuria, frequent urination, neurogenic bladder, urinary stones, abdominal pain, acute abdominal pain, small intestinal diverticulitis, bloody stools, abdominal distension, erectile dysfunction, prostatitis, periorbital edema, low back pain, general weakness, foreign body sensation, peripheral edema, tremors, myelopathy, Parkinson's disease, fractures, acute alcohol intoxication, hyperlipidemia, prostate cancer, angina pectoris, hypertension, mental illness, transient ischemic attack, cough

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it is best to keep the medication at a cool room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle