Alunalseobangjeong 0.2 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

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.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Patients who have had allergies to this drug or its components, those with orthostatic hypotension, severely impaired liver function, pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant should not take this medication. Patients with severe kidney disease, the elderly, or those taking certain medications should use this drug with caution. In particular, caution is needed when taken with antihypertensives, PDE5 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors, and alpha-1 blockers. Serious side effects such as fainting or loss of consciousness may occur while taking this medication, so symptoms should be monitored closely. Various side effects including dizziness, headache, drowsiness, low blood pressure, skin rash, and indigestion may occur, and if any unusual symptoms arise, one must consult a doctor immediately. An overdose of this medication can lead to excessively low blood pressure, so prescribed doses must be strictly followed. Dizziness can occur upon standing, so it is advisable to change positions slowly. This medication is used as a treatment to relieve symptoms; if symptoms do not improve, other treatment options such as surgery should be considered. Caution is required when driving or engaging in hazardous tasks as dizziness may occur. This medication can rarely cause complications during certain ophthalmic surgeries, so patients scheduled for surgery should inform their doctor in advance. Patients with sulfa drug allergies should proceed with caution when using this medication. This medication is not to be used in pregnant women or children under 18 years old, and for the elderly, it should be started at a lower dose considering kidney function. When taking, do not chew the tablet or open the capsule but take it as directed. Keep this medicine out of reach of children, and do not transfer it to other containers.

• Fainting
• loss of consciousness
• dizziness
• abnormal sense of balance
• orthostatic dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• nervous hyperexcitability
• insomnia
• decreased libido

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is safe to store at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, to maintain the effectiveness of the medication, it is advisable to avoid direct sunlight and high temperatures, storing it in a cool, dry place.

Appearance

A circular extended-release tablet that is white with pale yellow specks.

Package unit

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