Tamspeed Sustained Release Capsule 0.4 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: The usual dosage is 0.4mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride once daily, administered orally after a meal. Swallow this medicine whole. Do not break or chew it.

This drug should not be administered to certain patients. Patients with hypersensitivity to this drug or its ingredients, patients with symptoms of orthostatic hypotension, patients with severe liver impairment, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant may be at risk if taking this drug. Patients with severe renal impairment or elderly patients, and those taking PDE5 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors, or antihypertensives should use this drug with caution. In particular, patients already on alpha-1 blockers should not take this drug, and it should only be used cautiously when absolutely necessary. Patients with a history of urinary syncope also require careful administration. This drug contains the coloring agent Yellow No. 5, so individuals allergic or sensitive to this component should be cautious. During use, dizziness or blood pressure reduction may occur, so special care should be taken, especially when standing up or working from heights. Additionally, this drug is not a causal treatment but rather for symptom relief, so other treatment options should be considered if it is ineffective. This drug may cause various side effects, including dyspepsia, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, and abdominal discomfort, and occasionally cardiovascular abnormalities such as allergic reactions, hypotension, and palpitations have been reported. Serious side effects, such as priapism, may rarely occur, and if such symptoms arise, medical consultation should be sought immediately. This drug may interact with other medications, so if taking antihypertensives, PDE5 inhibitors, or CYP3A4 inhibitors, it is essential to inform healthcare professionals. When taking this medication, it should be swallowed whole as directed without chewing or opening the capsule. Specifically, orally disintegrating tablets should be dissolved in the mouth, but it is safer to take with water. Store out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer to another container. Women who are pregnant or children under 18 years should not use this medication, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Before taking this medication, it is crucial to confirm the absence of prostate cancer, and caution is required in cases of allergy history.

• Abdominal discomfort
• upper abdominal pain
• dizziness
• diarrhea
• indigestion
• herpes zoster
• decreased semen volume
• headache
• lightheadedness
• eye pain

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, which helps preserve the drug's effectiveness and safety over time.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a cloudy yellow-orange body and cap containing white to pale yellow pellets.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle