Flomax 0.4mg Sustained Release Capsule
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 2 June 2020
Clinical Summary
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Indication
Treatment of functional symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adult males.
Dosage (summary)
One capsule daily after breakfast.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 6 hours, Duration: 13 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic insufficiency
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not indicated for use in women; safety in pregnancy and lactation not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Cimetidine
- Furosemide
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to tamsulosin
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Hepatic insufficiency
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Ejaculation disorders
- Orthostatic hypotension
Counselling Points
- Take after the same meal daily
- Monitor for dizziness
- Inform surgeon if scheduled for eye surgery
Serious warnings
- Risk of orthostatic hypotension
- Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome (IFIS)
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