It is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily. This helps empty the bladder completely and reduces the need to pass urine frequently or urgently in BPH.
How to use
To be used as directed by physician
Interactions / Warnings
Alcohol CAUTION It is unsafe to consume alcohol with it. Taking tamsulosin with alcohol may lower your blood pressure. This can cause dizziness or feeling like you might pass out, especially when getting up from a sitting or lying position. warnings Pregnancy PROBABLY SAFE it is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. warnings Lactation CAUTION it is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving SAFE it does not usually affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney SAFE it is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of it is recommended. However, limited information is aVialable on the use of it in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. warnings Liver it should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of it may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
