Tamulsin

Tamulsin

tamsulosin

Manufacturer:

Cooper Pharma

Distributor:

D & G Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Tamsulosin HCl
Indications/Uses
Functional symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Administration
May be taken with or without food: Swallow whole, do not crush/chew.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to tamsulosin, including drug-induced angioedema. History of orthostatic hypotension. Severe hepatic insufficiency.
Special Precautions
Orthostatic hypotension. Examine patient to exclude presence of other conditions producing similar symptoms as benign prostatic hyperplasia prior to therapy. Perform digital rectal exam & determine PSA prior to treatment & regularly afterwards. Intraoperative floppy iris syndrome. Not recommended in patients scheduled for cataract or glaucoma surgery. Not to be given in combination w/ strong CYP3A4 inhibitors in patients w/ poor metaboliser CYP2D6 phenotype. Concomitant use w/ strong & moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors. Contains lactose; not to be taken by patients w/ galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption. May affect ability to drive & use machines. Severe renal impairment (CrCl <10 mL/min). Not indicated for women. Childn <18 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Dizziness; ejaculation disorders including retrograde ejaculation & ejaculation failure.
Drug Interactions
Increased plasma levels w/ cimetidine & lowered plasma levels w/ furosemide. Elimination rate may be increased w/ diclofenac & warfarin. Increased exposure w/ strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. Increased AUC & Cmax w/ ketoconazole; paroxetine. Risk of enhanced hypotensive effect w/ drugs reducing BP including anaesth agents & other α1-adrenoreceptor antagonists.
MIMS Class
Drugs for Bladder & Prostate Disorders
ATC Classification
G04CA02 - tamsulosin ; Belongs to the class of alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists. Used in the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Tamulsin FC tab 400 mcg
Packing/Price
30's
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