Samsung Tamsulosin Controlled Release Tablet 0.4 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: Take 0.4mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. Swallow this medicine whole; do not crush or chew it.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. Patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients should not take it. Patients with orthostatic hypotension symptoms should be cautious as this medication may worsen their symptoms. It is not administered to patients with severe liver dysfunction as it may increase blood drug concentration. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose and should not be given to patients with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders. Patients with severe kidney dysfunction should be carefully dosed as blood concentration may increase. Elderly patients may respond differently to the medication, so caution is needed. Interactions may occur if taken with PDE5 inhibitors, certain liver metabolism enzyme inhibitors, or antihypertensive drugs, so it is recommended to consult a doctor. Patients currently taking alpha-1 blockers should use this medication cautiously with increased risk of orthostatic hypotension, only when necessary. Patients with a history of urinary syncope should also use this medication with caution. Common side effects of this medication may include abdominal discomfort, dizziness, diarrhea, headache, etc. Rarely, symptoms such as fainting due to low blood pressure, allergic reactions, or liver function abnormalities may occur, so if symptoms appear, immediate consultation with a doctor is necessary. If dizziness occurs, it is advised to avoid working at heights or driving. Taking this medication in excessive amounts poses a risk of excessively low blood pressure, so the prescribed dosage should be adhered to. Blood pressure changes due to position changes should be monitored closely during administration. This medication is intended for symptom relief, and if ineffective, alternative treatment options should be considered. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as children under 18 years of age, should not use this medication as safety and efficacy have not been established. This medication is in a controlled-release form, so it should not be chewed or crushed and should be swallowed whole; taking it directly from the package is recommended for safety. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to other containers. When taking this medication, if there is a history of allergies to sulfa drugs, caution is warranted due to the risk of allergic reactions. Combining this medication with specific drugs may cause interactions such as low blood pressure, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any medications being taken.

• Abdominal discomfort
• epigastric pain
• dizziness
• diarrhea
• dyspepsia
• herpes zoster
• decreased semen volume
• headache
• vertigo
• eye pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is safe to keep at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's efficacy for a long time.

Appearance

White, round, controlled-release film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle