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Tamsulosin - Drug Details

Tamsulosin (Flomax)

Classification
Alpha-1 Blocker
Mechanism of Action
Indications
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Dosage and Administration
0.4 mg once daily, 30 minutes after the same meal each day
Forms
Capsule
Side Effects
Dizziness, headache, rhinitis
Contraindications
Severe hepatic impairment
Interactions
May increase the risk of hypotension with other antihypertensives
Precautions
Monitor for signs of orthostatic hypotension
Pharmacokinetics
Absorbed in the intestines, metabolized in the liver, excreted in urine
Pharmacodynamics
Improves urinary symptoms in BPH
Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature, protect from light and moisture
Patient Counselling
Do not crush or chew the capsules; swallow whole with water
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