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Tamswell Sustained-Release Tablet 0.4 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Tamswell Sustained-Release Tablet 0.4 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride›0.4mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
DaeWon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round sustained-release film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202002720 · Approved 2020.04.17 · Insurance code 671807660

Summary

Main use
Improvement of voiding symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 0.4 mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. This medicine must be swallowed whole and must not be crushed or chewed.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
DaeWon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of voiding symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia

  • Urinary disorders
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This medication is used to alleviate urinary disorder symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 0.4 mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. This medicine must be swallowed whole and must not be crushed or chewed.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who have allergies to this drug or its ingredients, or have a history of hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema. Patients with orthostatic hypotension should not use this medication as their symptoms may worsen. Patients with severely impaired liver function should be cautious as blood concentrations may increase while taking this medication. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not use this medication. This medication contains lactose; therefore, patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should not take it. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, and those taking PDE5 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors, antihypertensives, or alpha1 blockers should use this medication with caution. Especially, patients taking alpha1 blockers should generally avoid this medication, but if necessary, it should be administered carefully. This medication may cause various side effects such as abdominal discomfort, dizziness, diarrhea, and headache; any abnormal symptoms should be immediately discussed with a doctor. Fainting or loss of consciousness may occur due to blood pressure reduction; therefore, caution should be exercised when changing positions after taking this medication. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during treatment; it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. Exceeding the recommended dose may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, so it must be taken strictly according to a doctor's instructions. This medication is for symptomatic relief and not for causal treatment, so surgical and other treatment options should be considered if effectiveness is lacking. Patients with sulfa allergies should be cautious as they may experience allergic reactions when using this medication. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives or specific drugs, so patients should inform their doctors and be cautious if they are taking other medications. Store the packaged medication as is, and the sustained-release tablet should be swallowed whole without chewing to prevent esophageal damage. Keep out of reach of children and avoid transferring to other containers. Finally, this medication is not recommended for women or children, and caution is advised for elderly patients with severely impaired kidney function as safety has not been established.

Side effects

abdominal discomfort, upper abdominal pain, dizziness, diarrhea, dyspepsia, herpes zoster, decreased semen volume, headache, lightheadedness, eye pain, thirst, ejaculation disorder, history of ejaculation, congestion, itching, fainting, loss of consciousness, impaired sense of balance, orthostatic dizziness, drowsiness, irritability, insomnia, decreased libido, anxiety, numbness, tachycardia, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, palpitations, arrhythmia, rash, urticaria, nausea, vomiting, upper abdominal discomfort, heaviness in the stomach, stomach pain, loss of appetite, constipation, dental disorders, swallowing difficulties, jaundice, elevated AST, elevated ALT, burning sensation in the pharynx, generalized weakness, nasal congestion, nosebleed, edema, urinary incontinence, dysgeusia, gynecomastia, priapism, infection, lethargy, back pain, chest pain, rhinitis, pharyngitis, increased cough, sinusitis, abnormal ejaculation, amblyopia, intraoperative iris tension decrease syndrome, blurred vision, visual impairment, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, shortness of breath, ejaculation failure, flushing, tinnitus, tongue skin disorders, lip skin disorders, facial skin disorders, angioedema, palpitations, hypotension, skin exfoliation, constipation, vomiting, priapism, cataract, glaucoma, cholangitis, shoulder impingement syndrome, male reproductive organ abscess, reproductive dysfunction, inguinal hernia, colitis, transient ischemic attack, kidney stones, hematuria, dysuria, increased 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, tremor, myelopathy, Parkinson's disease, fracture, acute alcohol poisoning, hyperlipidemia, cough, mental disorders, angina, hypertension

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Avoid extremely hot or cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round sustained-release film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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