Time 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 certain patients. Patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components, patients with orthostatic hypotension with sudden drops in blood pressure, patients with severely impaired liver function, and pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not take this medication. Moreover, patients with severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, and patients taking certain antihypertensives or other medications should exercise greater caution when using this medication. In particular, patients already taking alpha-1 blockers are not generally advised to use this medication but should only do so with caution if absolutely necessary, and patients with a history of urinary syncope should also be cautious. This medication contains a dye called Yellow No. 5, so patients allergic to this component should be careful. While taking this medication, various side effects such as dizziness, headache, digestive discomfort, diarrhea, and itching may occur, and rarely, low blood pressure or heart-related issues may arise. If symptoms such as dizziness or loss of consciousness occur, discontinue the medication immediately and consult a physician. Blood pressure may drop suddenly upon taking this medication, so be sure to move slowly when standing up and monitor blood pressure changes carefully. This medication alleviates symptoms rather than treating the underlying cause, so if it is ineffective, other treatment options should be considered. Care should be taken during driving or when operating dangerous machinery, as dizziness may occur. This medication should not be chewed or opened, and it must be taken in the prescribed manner. Keep out of the reach of children and do not transfer to other containers. Its safety has not been confirmed for use in pregnant or nursing women and children under 18 years of age. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, certain antibiotics, antifungals, etc., so inform your physician or pharmacist of any other medications you are taking. Finally, it is essential to check for prostate cancer before taking this medication, and rare complications such as persistent erectile issues or complications during eye-related surgeries may occur, so caution is advised.

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

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is essential to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a cloudy yellow-orange color on the upper and lower part containing white to light yellow pellets.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle