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Generic Name : TAMSULOSIN

ABSTRACT –

Flomax is an anti-adrenergic agent that is used to resolve difficulties in urination in men who suffer from benign prostatic hyperplasia. This drug, being an alpha-blocker, relaxes muscles within the prostate (as well as the bladder neck) to ease the process of urinating. This drug can act peripherally.

DOSAGE –

• Flomax is to be taken as directed by the doctors. Consume this drug only as prescribed to avoid overdose or other harmful effects.
• This drug is to be taken 30 minutes after a meal.
• The oral capsule is to be consumed whole, without breaking or crushing.
• General Adult Dosage available:

Oral – 0.4mg (once a day, initial dose), 0.8mg (maintenance dose)

SIDE EFFECTS –

• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headaches
• Chest pain
• Toothache
• Blurry vision
• Fever
• Stuffy nose
• Lack of sex drive
• Insomnia

RARE SIDE EFFECTS –

• Light-headedness
• Painful penis erections
• Sever skin reactions

DRUG INTERACTIONS –

• Amprenavir
• Atazanavir
• Boceprevir
• Conivaptan
• Delavirdine
• Fosamprenavir
• Indinavir
• Itraconazole
• Ketoconazole
• Nelfinavir
• Ritonavir
• Posaconazole
• Saquinavir
• Telaprevir
• Voriconazole

Flomax has major interactions with 28 different drugs.

MODERATE DRUG INTERACTIONS –

• Abiraterone
• Alfuzosin
• Amiodarone
• Apalutamide
• Baclofen
• Butorphanol
• Canagliflozin
• Dabrafenib
• Darunavir
• Diazepam
• Guanfacine
• Hydroxyzine
• Hydrocodone
• Iloprost
• Levodopa

Flomax has moderate interactions with 203 different drugs.

PRECAUTIONS –

• Provide the doctor with a detailed and accurate medical history prior to drug prescription. Notify especially in case of illnesses and conditions such as kidney/liver disease, prostate cancer, low blood pressure or allergies to sulfa drugs.
• Do not use this drug in case of an allergy to Flomax itself.
• Inform the doctor of all the drugs being consumed so as to avoid severe drug interactions. Notify especially in case of blood pressure medication.
• Cooperate with regular blood pressure check-ups to ensure regular health.
• Inform an eye surgeon of drug intake in case of eye surgery, as this drug can cause pupils to differentiate in case of a cataract surgery.
• Avoid alcohol, as it may aggravate side effects that pertain to this drug.

WARNINGS –

• Keep out of reach of children. This drug is not recommended for women or children under the age of 18.
• This drug can cause severe dizziness and even fainting. Avoid complicated activities that may lead to injuries, as this drug impairs thinking and reaction time.
• This drug can severely lower blood pressure. Symptoms of hypotension can include vomiting, swearing or heart disease. Contact a doctor immediately in case of the same.
• In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.