Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia to relieve symptoms of urinary obstruction.
Dosage/Direction for Use
400 mcg once daily. May be increased to 800 mcg once daily after 2-4 wk.
Administration
Should be taken with food: Take 30 min after the same meal each day. Swallow whole, do not open/chew/crush.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to tamsulosin or other 5α-reductase inhibitors. History of postural hypotension, severe liver impairment & syncope. Concomitant use w/ other α1-adrenoceptor.
Special Precautions
May cause permanent impotence. Reduction in BP may result to syncope. Hepatic impairment. Avoid abrupt discontinuation. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Elderly.
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