Flomax Overview

Flomax Guide

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  • Why it is Prescribed
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  • How it Works
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  • Other Uses
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  • Possible Side Effects
  • Storage Conditions

Why it is Prescribed

Tamsulosin is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) which include difficulty urinating (hesitation, dribbling, weak stream, and incomplete bladder emptying), painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency. Tamsulosin is in a class of medications called alpha blockers. It works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder so that urine can flow easily.


How it Works

Tamsulosin comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day. Take tamsulosin 30 minutes after the same meal each day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take tamsulosin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than ...


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Tamsulosin is an 1a-selective alpha blocker used in the symptomatic treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia . Tamsulosin was developed by Yamanouchi Pharmaceuticals and is marketed by various companies under licence, including Boehringer-Ingelheim and CSL. As of 2006, tamsulosin hydrochloride extended-release tablets are marketed under the trade name Flomaxtra. It was formerly marketed as modified-release capsules under the trade name Flomax. Two ADRs have been reported: , Immunologic: It contains a...


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Why is there a warning for not eating grapefruit with Flomax?
I use Flomax and wonder why I can't eat grapefruit. Does anyone know?

Grapefruit affects enzymes in your intestines which can lead to greater absorbtion of certain medications which could possibly bring them to toxic levels in your bloodstream. Tamsulosin (Flomax) has the possiblilty...

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Yes, it could be a side effect of Flomax which can cause dizziness. Anyway see a doctor but the site below is good as it sets it out nice and...

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