Pregnancy Interaction

• Flodart (Tamsulosin) is only given to men with prostate enlargement (BPH), hence ladies should not use it.
• Pregnancy interaction doesn't apply because the drug isn't meant for pregnant ladies.
• There is no known substantial danger to the fetus if it is unintentionally ingested, but it is best to talk to a doctor.

Faq For Medicine

Q1.What does Flodart 0.4 mg do?
It is used to help with symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), like:
Going to the bathroom a lot
Urgency
Flow of urine is weak
Dribbling
Nocturia, or urinating at night

Q2. Does it make the prostate smaller?
No. It relaxes the muscles around the prostate and bladder neck, but it doesn't make the prostate smaller.

Q3. How long does it take to start working?
In a few days, you'll start to see improvements, and in 2 to 4 weeks, you'll see the whole effect.

Q4. Is it possible to take it at night?
Yes, taking the medicine at night may help with dizziness.

Q5. Is it safe to use for a long time?
Yes. A lot of patients use it for months or even years.

Expert Advice

• For optimum absorption, take the tablet after the same meal every day.
• Could make you dizzy or faint. Get up gently from sitting or lying down.
• If you feel sleepy or dizzy, don't drive or use heavy machinery.
• Keep on with therapy even if your symptoms become better. Stopping suddenly may make your urine problems worse.
• If you are going to have cataract or glaucoma surgery, tell your doctor. There is a risk of Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome (IFIS).
• Don't drink alcohol because it could make your dizziness worse.

 Side Effects 

• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Pain in the head
• Retrograde ejaculation is when semen runs back into the bladder.
• Nose that runs
• Tiredness
• Less Common:
• Blood pressure is low.
• Heart palpitations
• Pain in the stomach
• Serious (rare):
• Dizziness or fainting that is quite bad
• Allergic reaction (swelling, rash, trouble breathing)
• Priapism (painful, long-lasting erection)
• If you have serious symptoms, get medical help right away.

 How It Works

• Tamsulosin is a blocker of alpha-1 adrenergic receptors.
• How it works:
• Stops alpha-1 receptors from working in the prostate and bladder neck.
• Relaxes smooth muscles, making it easier for pee to flow.
• Makes better:
• Flow of urine
• Emptying the bladder
• Signs of BPH
• It doesn't make the prostate smaller, but it does make it easier to pee.

Medicine Interaction

• Be careful when using with:
• Medicines for High Blood Pressure
• Amlodipine
• Losartan
• Beta-blockers raise the risk of low blood pressure and dizziness.
• More Alpha-Blockers
• Prazosin
• Terazosin → Adds to the low blood pressure effect.
• Medicines for erectile dysfunction
• Sildenafil
• Tadalafil → May cause a big drop in blood pressure.
• Antifungals / Antibiotics
• Ketoconazole
• Erythromycin raises tamsulosin levels, which leads to increased negative effects.
• Drinking
• Makes you feel dizzy and lowers your blood pressure.

 How to Use

• Take one tablet every day after the same meal.
• Do not crush or chew; just swallow whole (SR formulation).
• Slowly get up so you don't feel dizzy.
• If you miss a dose, take it at the next regular time. Don't take two doses.
• Keep getting treatment as long as you're told to.

Uses / Indications

• People take Flodart 0.4 mg SR Tablet for:
• 1. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
• Weak stream of urine
• Uncertainty
• Dribbling
• Going to the bathroom a lot
• Need
• Nocturia
• 2. Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) associated with Prostate Enlargement
• 3. Signs of a blockage in the bladder outlet