Tamsulosin Extended-Release Capsule 0.4 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: The usual dose is 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 used in certain patients. First, individuals who have had an allergic reaction to this drug or its components should not take it. Additionally, it should not be administered to patients with orthostatic hypotension as it may worsen their symptoms. Patients with severely impaired liver function should also avoid this medication as it may elevate blood concentration. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, and those taking certain medications should be careful when using this drug. Especially, consult a physician if taking PDE5 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors, antihypertensive drugs, or alpha-1 blockers. Patients on alpha-1 blockers should generally not use this medication, but it may be cautiously used only when necessary. Patients with a history of syncope related to urination or allergies to the yellow #5 dye included in this medication should also exercise caution. This medication may cause various side effects including abdominal discomfort, dizziness, diarrhea, and headaches. Particularly, a decrease in blood pressure may lead to syncope or loss of consciousness, so it is important to inform medical personnel immediately if symptoms occur. Symptoms such as mental anxiety, drowsiness, and decreased libido have also been reported, so be cautious of any abnormal symptoms. This medication can lower blood pressure, so be careful not to overdose, and since dizziness may occur when standing up, it is advisable to change positions slowly. Be cautious while driving or operating dangerous machinery as dizziness may occur. This medication should not be chewed or opened, and it must be taken with water. Keep it out of the reach of children and do not transfer it to another container for safety. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established for pregnant women or children under the age of 18. Elderly patients with severely impaired kidney function should be careful as the safety of this medication has not been sufficiently confirmed. This medication can interact with other drugs, so if you are taking any other medications, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist. Particularly pay attention when taking it with antihypertensives, antifungal agents, certain antibiotics, and heart-related medications.

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a cloudy yellow-orange exterior containing white to light yellow pellets

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle