Tamsulin SR Capsule 0.4mg (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 medicine should not be administered to certain patients. For example, patients who are allergic to this medicine or its ingredients, those with orthostatic hypotension, severe liver dysfunction, or women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not use this medicine. Additionally, patients with severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, or those taking certain other medications should use this medicine with caution. In particular, patients taking blood pressure-lowering medications, certain enzyme inhibitors, and alpha-1 blockers may need to be cautious due to the potential for exacerbated side effects from interactions with this medicine. When taking this medicine, side effects such as dizziness, blood pressure drops, indigestion, headache, and itching may occur. In severe cases, symptoms such as loss of consciousness, allergic reactions, or prolonged erections may occur, so immediate consultation with a physician is necessary if any adverse symptoms arise. This medicine is primarily a symptomatic treatment, and if it is ineffective, other treatment options such as surgery may need to be considered. Do not chew the medicine or open the capsule when taking it, and it is especially safe to take it with water when lying down. This medicine has no indications for children or women, and caution is required for elderly patients with severe kidney impairment as safety has not been established. When storing this medicine, keep it out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container. Lastly, because this medicine can interact with other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other medications you are currently taking.

• Abdominal discomfort
• upper abdominal pain
• dizziness
• diarrhea
• indigestion
• herpes zoster
• decreased ejaculation volume
• headache
• vertigo
• eye pain

This medicine is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to store the medicine at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a cloudy yellow-orange color, containing white to light yellow pellets.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle