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Composition

TAMSULOSIN-0.4MG

Consume Type

ORAL

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Not Returnable

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Jan-27

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About Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet belongs to the category of medicine known as alpha-blocker, used primarily for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet are for use by men only and not indicated for use in women. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet does not cure prostate cancer. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to overproduction of a hormone called ‘dihydrotestosterone’ in men. As the gland enlarges, it can lead to urinary problems, such as difficulty passing urine and frequent urination. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet helps in getting relief from these symptoms.

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland leading to urinary problems (like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge). Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet  relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should be taken approximately 30 minutes following the same meal every day. The most common side effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet are low blood pressure (hypotension), dizziness, drowsiness, reduced sex drive (libido), inability to get an erection (impotence), tenderness or enlargement of your breasts (in men), sleeplessness, runny nose, or ejaculatory problems. These side effects may disappear when you continue to take Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet . Although, if these side effects persist, contact the doctor.

Women or children should not take Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet . Please inform your doctor before starting Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet have low blood pressure, liver/kidney disease, history of heart problem. You are also advised to wear a condom while having sexual intercourse, especially when your partner is pregnant, as Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet is known to pass in semen. Do not donate blood while taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet . You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet . Patients taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should be cautioned about driving, operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks as it can cause drowsiness or dizziness. In rare cases, problems of penis erection, ejaculation and pain in the penis. So if these symptoms are for a longer time, immediately contact your doctor.

Uses of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Urinary bladder outlet obstruction.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. This decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the gland muscles. Effectively, it improves the symptoms of BPH like urine flow, hesitancy, and incomplete bladder emptying.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet

  • Low blood pressure (hypotension)
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Reduced sex drive (libido)
  • Inability to get an erection (impotence)
  • Tenderness or enlargement of your breasts (in men)
  • Sleeplessness
  • Runny nose
  • Ejaculatory problems

Drug Warnings

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should be taken with caution in people with liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, a history of prostate cancer, or allergic to tamsulosin. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should be used 30 minutes after a meal for better results. Inform your doctor if you have had a history of heart disease or planning to undergo cataract surgery. During sexual intercourse with your partner, use a condom as Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet passes in semen and can affect pregnant women and the foetus (unborn child). So, you should contact your doctor for advice. Do not donate blood while taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet . You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet . Patients taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should be cautioned about driving, operating machinery, or performing hazardous tasks as it can cause drowsiness or dizziness. In rare cases, problems of penis erection, ejaculation, and pain in the penis can occur. So if these symptoms are for a longer time, immediately contact your doctor.

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TamsulosinPosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with posaconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and posaconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, and stuffy nose. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamsulosinClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking clarithromycin with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clarithromycin can be taken with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TamsulosinAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with amprenavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and amprenavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinItraconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet blood levels may rise when itraconazole and Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet are administered together.

How to manage the interaction:
Itraconazole and Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet may interact, but if a doctor prescribes them, you can still take them. If you develop dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, redness, nasal congestion, a racing heart, or priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sex), you should consult a doctor. Never stop taking any medication without consulting a doctor.
TamsulosinRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with ritonavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and ritonavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinCobicistat
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How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with cobicistat may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and cobicistat together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and Voriconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, heart palpitation (irregular heartbeat). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with atazanavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and atazanavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with telithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and telithromycin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinIndinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet:
Taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet with indinavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet and indinavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid drinking less alcohol, caffeine, and fizzy drink. Limit intake of artificial sweeteners.
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly, so you do not feel heavy in the abdomen.
  • Also, drink less water in the evening and before sleeping to have a sound sleep and do not wake up frequently for urination.
  • Any medication that may worsen urinary symptoms (for cold and cough) should be avoided.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ALPHA BLOCKERS

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FAQs

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland leading to urinary problems (like difficulty passing urine and frequent urination). Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet  relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should not be given to children below 18 years and women. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet is recommended for use in male-only. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should not be given in people with prostate cancer, priapism (persistent painful penile erection unrelated to sexual activity), low blood pressure (hypotension), cataracts and allergic to Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet or sulfa drugs.

No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet should be avoided as it increases the urge to urinate. So, before taking any such medication, please consult your doctor.

No, you are advised not to donate blood if you are taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet . Even if you stop taking Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet , wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.

Intake of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure leading to orthostatic hypotension. It usually occurs when one suddenly stand from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.

No, Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet does not cure benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) helps in relieving symptoms of the enlarged prostate gland. For better advice, you should consult your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • INDOMETHACIN

Special Advise

  • Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet is not intended for use as an antihypertensive (blood pressure lowering) drug.
  • Don't stand suddenly from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): The enlargement of the prostate gland is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to overproduction of dihydrotestosterone hormone in men. After age 50, most men develop an enlarged prostate gland putting pressure on the urinary bladder. It leads to restricted or obstructed urine flow, an urge to urinate frequently (especially at night), and a feeling of not emptying the urinary bladder.

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