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Daytams Extended-release Tablet 0.2 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Daytams Extended-release Tablet 0.2 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride›0.2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Boryung Biopharma Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round extended-release tablet with light yellow speckles.
Packaging
30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 3 packs]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202002979 · Approved 2020.04.24 · Insurance code 670502130

Summary

Main use
Improvement of voiding disorders associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 0.2 mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. Swallow this medicine whole; do not crush or chew it. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Boryung Biopharma Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of voiding disorders associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia

  • Urinary disorders
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Urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia refer to the symptoms of difficulty in urination caused by enlargement of the prostate. This medication is used to alleviate these urinary disorders, facilitating urine flow and reducing discomfort.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 0.2 mg of tamsulosin hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. Swallow this medicine whole; do not crush or chew it. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components, those with symptoms of orthostatic hypotension, patients with severely impaired liver function, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, and patients taking certain blood pressure medications or other drugs should use this medication cautiously. In particular, there is a risk of blood pressure dropping too low when taken with other blood pressure medications, alpha-1 blockers, or PDE5 inhibitors, so caution is necessary. During the use of this medication, there may be symptoms such as dizziness or fainting due to orthostatic hypotension; therefore, if these symptoms occur, immediate consultation with medical personnel is required. Moreover, various side effects such as mental instability, headache, drowsiness, indigestion, skin rash, and liver function abnormalities may occur, so careful observation is necessary. This medication can lower blood pressure, so adherence to the dosage is important, and caution should be taken with sudden changes in posture, as it can affect blood pressure. When engaging in dangerous activities such as driving or working at heights, precautions should be taken due to the risk of accidents from dizziness or drowsiness. Patients with a history of specific allergies should be cautious when taking this medication, as allergic reactions may occur. The safety and efficacy of this medication in women have not been established, hence, it is not for use by women and should not be used in children. The elderly may have decreased kidney function; therefore, treatment should start from a lower dosage, observing the patient's condition. This medication should be taken directly from the package and should not be chewed or opened, especially since it is an extended-release formulation, as this may affect its efficacy. Store out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container for safety. Lastly, this medication may interact with various drugs, so if there are other medications being taken, it is essential to inform medical personnel.

Side effects

Syncope, loss of consciousness, dizziness, balance disorder, orthostatic dizziness, headache, drowsiness, nervousness, insomnia, decreased libido, anxiety, paresthesia, tachycardia, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, palpitations, arrhythmia, rash, itching, urticaria, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, heaviness in the stomach, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, thirst, constipation, diarrhea, dental disorders, dysphagia, elevated AST, elevated ALT, jaundice, burning sensation in the pharynx, general fatigue, nasal congestion, nosebleeds, edema, urinary incontinence, taste disturbances, gynecomastia, priapism, infections, lethargy, back pain, chest pain, rhinitis, pharyngitis, increased cough, sinusitis, abnormal ejaculation, amblyopia, intraoperative floppy iris syndrome, blurred vision, visual impairment, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, photosensitivity reaction, chest discomfort, dyspnea, erectile dysfunction, erythema, tinnitus, skin diseases of the tongue, lips, and facial area, angioedema, skin peeling, rarely priapism, cataracts, intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS) during glaucoma surgery, nephrolithiasis, hematuria, dysuria, increased frequency of urination, neurogenic bladder, urolithiasis, abdominal pain, colitis, acute abdominal pain, diverticulitis, bloody stool, abdominal distension, erectile dysfunction, prostatitis, periorbital edema, low back pain, general weakness, foreign body sensation, peripheral edema, tremor, myelopathy, Parkinson's disease, fractures, shoulder impingement syndrome, cholangitis, acute alcohol poisoning, hyperlipidemia, pyogenic abscess of the male reproductive organs, prostate cancer, angina, hypertension, mental disorders, cough

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round extended-release tablet with light yellow speckles.

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 3 packs]

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