Utanal Extended 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 medication should not be used by patients with a history of allergic reactions to this drug or its components. Patients with orthostatic hypotension may experience exacerbated symptoms and should avoid taking it. It is not recommended for patients with severe liver impairment as it may increase the blood concentration of the drug. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. Use with caution in patients with severe renal impairment, and elderly patients also require attention. Interactions may occur when taken with antihypertensives or certain medications, so consulting a physician is necessary. This medication contains the dye Yellow No. 5, so individuals allergic to this component should be cautious. Dizziness or symptoms of blood pressure drop may occur, so caution is advised when working at heights or driving. While this medication helps alleviate symptoms, it does not treat the underlying cause, so other treatment options should be considered if no effect is observed. In case of overdose, blood pressure may drop too low, so the prescribed dosage should be adhered to. Do not chew or open the capsule and take it with water only. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container. It is important to check for prostate cancer before taking this medication. Patients with a history of sulfa drug allergies should take caution when using this medication. If prolonged erections occur while taking this medication, consult a physician immediately. Patients scheduled for cataract or glaucoma surgery need special attention during the procedure.

Abdominal discomfort, upper abdominal pain, dizziness, diarrhea, dyspepsia, herpes zoster, decreased semen volume, headache, vertigo, eye pain, thirst, ejaculation disorder, retrograde ejaculation, congestion, itching, syncope, loss of consciousness, balance disorder, orthostatic dizziness, drowsiness, nervous excitability, insomnia, decreased libido, anxiety, paresthesia, tachycardia, low blood pressure, orthostatic hypotension, palpitations, arrhythmia, rash, urticaria, nausea, vomiting, gastric discomfort, heaviness in the stomach, stomach pain, loss of appetite, constipation, dental disorders, swallowing disorders, liver dysfunction, jaundice, burning sensation in the oropharynx, general malaise, nasal congestion, nosebleed, edema, urinary incontinence, taste disturbances, gynecomastia, priapism, infection, lethargy, back pain, chest pain, rhinitis, pharyngitis, increased cough, sinusitis, abnormal ejaculation, amblyopia, intraoperative pupillary hypotension syndrome, blurred vision, visual impairment, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, shortness of breath, ejaculatory dysfunction, erythema, tinnitus, tongue skin disorders, lip skin disorders, facial skin disorders, vascular edema, palpitations, skin peeling, rarely priapism, intraoperative pupillary hypotension syndrome during cataract or glaucoma surgery, kidney stones, hematuria, dysuria, frequent urination, neurogenic bladder, urinary stones, abdominal pain, colitis, acute abdominal pain, diverticulitis, blood in stools, abdominal distension, erectile dysfunction, impotence, inguinal hernia, prostatitis, periorbital edema, low back pain, general weakness, foreign body sensation, peripheral edema, tremors, myelopathy, Parkinson's disease, fracture, shoulder impingement syndrome, cholangitis, acute alcohol intoxication, hyperlipidemia, male reproductive organ abscess, prostate cancer, angina pectoris, hypertension, mental disorders, transient ischemic attack, cough

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

A yellow-orange opaque hard capsule containing white to pale yellow pellets.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle