Tamsulosin Sustained-Release Tablets 0.4 mg (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 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 by patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or its components. Patients with orthostatic hypotension should avoid use as symptoms may worsen. Patients with severe liver dysfunction should not use this medication as blood concentration may increase. Pregnant women or women of childbearing potential should not be administered this medication. Patients with severe renal impairment should use it cautiously as blood concentration may increase. Elderly patients should be monitored closely during administration, and interactions with other medications should be considered. Particularly, patients taking PDE5 inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors, antihypertensives, or alpha-1 blockers should be administered this medication with caution due to increased risk of side effects from interactions. Patients with a history of urinary syncope should also be cautious when using this medication. Overdosing may lead to blood pressure drops, so the prescribed dosage must be strictly followed. Blood pressure may drop when standing, so it is advisable to move slowly when changing positions. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating dangerous machinery. This medication is a treatment for alleviating symptoms of prostatic hyperplasia; if symptoms do not improve, other treatment methods should be considered. Various side effects such as allergic reactions, headaches, dizziness, dyspepsia, diarrhea may occur; if unusual symptoms arise, consult a healthcare professional immediately. This medication is in sustained-release form, so it should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed. Keep out of reach of children, and it's safer not to change the original packaging for storage. Safety and efficacy have not been established for pregnant women, nursing mothers, or children under 18 years of age, so it should not be used by them. Be sure to inform healthcare providers of any other medications being taken as interactions may occur with this medication. This medication can rarely cause serious side effects such as prolonged erections, so report any persistent symptoms to a doctor immediately. Moreover, it is important to inform healthcare providers of potential ocular complications that may occur during cataract or glaucoma surgery.

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is advisable to keep it at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

It is a round sustained-release tablet that is white with pale yellow spots.

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 3 pieces]