Active substance: Tamsulosin.
Class of medication: Alpha-blockers.
Indications:
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), including difficulty in urinating, painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency.
Mechanism of action:
- Relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder to improve urine flow.
- Selectively blocks sympathetic nervous stimulation of the alpha-1A adrenoceptor, resulting in relaxation of the smooth muscles of the prostate, prostatic urethra, and bladder neck.
Contraindications:
- Allergy to tamsulosin or any of the other ingredients.
- Angioedema (swelling due to allergic reaction) after using some drugs.
- Serious liver infection.
- Dizziness.
- Malaise while urinating or after urinating (micturition syncope).
Precautions:
- Inform your physician if you are planning to undergo cataract or glaucoma surgery.
- Caution should be paid if you have severely impaired renal function.
- Report to your physician if there is a drop in blood pressure on long-term use.
- Keep the capsule away from the reach of children and pets.
- Store below 25°C.
Dosage and administration:
- Always take Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not open, break, crush, or chew the capsules.
- Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water.
- Take after breakfast or after the first daily meal.
- Do not stop taking this medicine without medical advice from your doctor.
Safety advice:
- Pregnancy: indicated only for males.
- Breastfeeding: use a reliable form of barrier contraception while using this medication.
- Lungs: consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
- Liver: cautiously administered in patients with severe liver diseases.
- Alcohol: unsafe to consume alcohol when taking Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule.
- Driving: unsafe to drive vehicles or operate machinery while taking Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule.
Side effects:
- Common: infections, backache, dizziness, headache, insomnia, somnolence, abnormal ejaculation, cold, runny nose.
- Serious: eye problems, prolonged erection.
FAQs:
Can Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule be used by women? Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule is primarily prescribed for men with urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate. It is not typically prescribed for women.
Can Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule cure an enlarged prostate? Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule does not cure an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). It helps to relieve symptoms associated with BPH by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder neck. Treatment with this medicine is typically long-term and aimed at managing symptoms.
Can Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule cause sexual side effects? Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule can potentially cause sexual side effects, although they are relatively uncommon. Some individuals may experience decreased libido (sex drive), difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (erectile dysfunction), or abnormal ejaculation. If you have any of these side effects while taking this medicine, discuss them with your healthcare provider.
What will happen if I stop taking Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule suddenly? Stopping your treatment suddenly may cause your condition to become worse. Do not stop taking your medicine without consulting your doctor.
Can Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule be used for urinary incontinence? Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule is primarily indicated for urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate (BPH) and may not be effective for urinary incontinence unrelated to BPH. The underlying cause of urinary incontinence needs to be determined, and alternative treatment options may be considered based on the specific diagnosis. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Can Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule cause dizziness or lightheadedness? Tamlocept 0.4mg Capsule can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, especially when standing up quickly or during the initial stages of treatment. It is recommended to get up slowly from a seated or lying position to minimize these effects. If you experience persistent or severe dizziness, consult your healthcare provider.