Pregnancy Interaction

• Men should only use tamsulosin.
• Not good for women, especially when they are pregnant.
• There is no safety evidence for pregnancy, therefore stay away from it altogether.
• Breastfeeding: Not applicable (the drug is not for women).

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What is Tamsukem 0.4mg used for?

Used to help with urinary problems caused by Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), which is an enlarged prostate.

Q2. How long does it take for it to work?

You might see a difference in 1 to 2 weeks.

Q3: Can I take it at night?

Yes, a lot of people take it after supper to help with dizziness.

Q4. Does it have an effect on sexual function?

Yes, it can lead to:

Less semen volume

Retrograde ejaculation (semen goes back)

These effects can be undone.

Q5. Can it help with stones in the kidneys?

Yes, tamsulosin is often used to help people clear stones in their ureters.

Q6. Is it safe for older guys to use it?

Yes, however you should keep an eye on your blood pressure.

Expert Advice

• Take the tablet after the same meal every day, which is usually after dinner.
• Stand up or sit down carefully to avoid postural hypotension (a dip in blood pressure).
• Stay away from alcohol because it makes you more likely to get dizzy and faint.
• Don't drive until you know how the drug makes you feel.
• Tell your doctor if you have:
• Heart problems
• Low blood pressure
• Kidney or liver disease
• Planned cataract surgery (risk of Floppy Iris Syndrome)
• Keep taking your medicine for a long time; stopping suddenly may make your symptoms worse.

 Side Effects

• Feeling dizzy
• Pain in the head
• Weakness
• Blocked nose
• Ejaculation in reverse
• Tiredness
• Not as Common:
• Heart palpitations
• Legs that are swollen
• Low blood pressure when standing
• Problems with sleep
• Serious (not very common):
• Very bad allergic reaction
• Passing out
• Priapism is an erection that hurts.
• If these happen, see a doctor right away.

 How It Works

• Tamsulosin is a specific type of α-1 adrenergic blocker.
• Loosens the smooth muscles in the neck of the bladder, the prostate, and the urethra.
• Leads to:
• Better flow of urine
• Easier to empty the bladder
• Less need to go to the bathroom, less often, and less often at night (nocturia)
• Important: It does NOT make the prostate smaller; it just makes symptoms better.

Medicine Interaction

• Be careful when using:
• Antihypertensive medicines cause a big reduction in blood pressure.
• Other α-blockers → more hypotension
• Strong antifungals like itraconazole and ketoconazole
• Macrolide antibiotics, like clarithromycin and erythromycin
• Inhibitors of HIV protease (ritonavir)
• Warfarin → may change INR
• Drinking alcohol makes you feel more dizzy.

 How to Use

• Every day, after the same meal, take one tablet.
• Do not crumble or chew; just swallow.
• If you feel dizzy during the day, take it at night.
• If you miss a dose, don't take it again; just skip it.
• Don't stop taking your medicine without talking to your doctor first.

 Uses / Indications

• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
• Symptoms of an enlarged prostate in the urinary system:
• A weak stream of urine
• Hard to start urinating
• Dribbling
• Going to the bathroom a lot
• Urgent
• Nocturia
• Not fully emptying the bladder
• Medical Expulsive Therapy for kidney stones to assist pass them