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Tamsulosin Medical uses[edit] Tamsulosin is primarily used for benign prostatic hyperplasia and to help with the passage of kidney stones. Tamsulosin; however, appear to be effective only for stones over 4 mm and less than 10 mm in size. Tamsulosin is also used as an add on treatment for acute urinary retention. People may void more successfully after catheter removal if they are taking tamsulosin.
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Tamsulosin HCL Tamsulosin may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure, which could lead to dizziness or fainting. This risk is higher when you first start taking this drug, after your doctor increases your dose, or if you restart treatment after you stop taking it. During these times, avoid situations where you may be injured if you faint.
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What Is Tamsulosin (Flomax)? Tamsulosin (Flomax) Dosage. For enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH): Tamsulosin is usually taken once a day in a dose of 0.4 milligrams (mg), 30 minutes after eating. For best results, try to take tamsulosin at the same time each day.
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Terazosin Terazosin is also used alone or combined with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Terazosin works to relieve symptoms of BPH by relaxing bladder and prostate muscles. Terazosin works in lowering blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, which allows blood to flow more easily.
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- Terazosin is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure and enlarged prostate. Learn about side effects, drug interactions, dosages, warnings, and more.
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- Alfuzosin is marketed in the United States by Sanofi Aventis under the brand name Uroxatral and elsewhere under the tradename Xat or Xatral, and in Egypt under name of Prostetrol. Alfuzosin was approved by the FDA for treatment of BPH in June 2003.
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tamsulosin DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Tamsulosin is an oral drug for the treatment of men who are having difficulty urinating because of enlarged prostates from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In men, the tube which carries urine from the bladder through the penis (called the urethra) passes through the prostate gland. As men get older, the prostate gland enlarges, and the muscle cells within the prostate gland and the neck of the bladder (which controls the flow of urine) tighten.
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terazosin Terazosin relaxes the smooth muscles of the bladder neck and the prostate, increasing urine flow. The FDA approved terazosin in 1987. PRESCRIBED FOR: Terazosin is used to treat the symptoms of urinary obstruction due to an enlarged prostate caused by benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Terazosin also is used alone or in combination with another blood pressure medication to treat high blood pressure.
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Flomax What is tamsulosin? Tamsulosin (Flomax) is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. Tamsulosin is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Tamsulosin is not approved for use in women or children.
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Flomax and Viagra for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treatment Flomax (brand name tamsulosin) is a medication doctors prescribe to males who have an enlarged prostate gland and who are having difficulty urinating due to a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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tamsulosin Flomax is used to treat men who are having problems urinating because of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Flomax is not approved for the treatment of high blood pressure. SIDE EFFECTS: The most common adverse effects of Flomax are. anemia (decreased red blood cells),
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Description and Brand Names Alfuzosin is used to treat the signs and symptoms of benign enlargement of the prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). Benign enlargement of the prostate is a problem that can occur in men as they get older. The prostate gland is located below the bladder.
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Generic Tamsulosin There is currently one generic version of tamsulosin available. Advertisement. Tamsulosin hydrochloride (Flomax ®) is a prescription medication that has been licensed as a treatment for an enlarged prostate. An enlarged prostate is also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, benign prostatic hypertrophy, or BPH.
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- Terazosin is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure and enlarged prostate. Learn about side effects, drug interactions, dosages, warnings, and more. Drugs A-Z Pill Identifier Supplements Symptom Checker Diseases Dictionary Media
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Generic Tamsulosin Generic for Tamsulosin: An Overview. Brand-name tamsulosin (sold under the name Flomax) is manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Generic tamsulosin is also available.Like brand-name Flomax, the generic version comes in one strength -- tamsulosin 0.4 mg capsules.eneric tamsulosin is also available. Like brand-name Flomax, the generic version comes in one strength -- tamsulosin 0.4 mg capsules.
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Tamsulosin Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Learn about side effects, drug interactions, dosages, warnings, and more.
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Terazosin Terazosin is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH), which include difficulty urinating (hesitation, dribbling, weak stream, and incomplete bladder emptying), painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency.
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tamsulosin Tamsulosin is more active against the alpha adrenergic nerves of the prostate and bladder neck than these other drugs and has a lesser effect on alpha adrenergic nerves elsewhere in the body. For this reason, tamsulosin causes fewer side effects, especially low blood pressure, than other alpha adrenergic
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Flomax relief MR (tamsulosin) Tamsulosin works by blocking alpha receptors that are found in the muscle in the prostate gland. This action causes the muscle in the prostate to relax, which relieves pressure on the urethra and allows urine to flow freely past the prostate gland. This makes it easier to pass urine and empty the bladder. Flomax relief MR are 'modified-release' capsules.
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Tamiflu Tamiflu (oscltamivir phosphate) is an antiviral medication used to treat flu symptoms caused by influenza virus in patients who have had symptoms for less than 2 days. Tamiflu may also be given to prevent influenza in people who may be exposed but do not yet have symptoms. Tamiflu will not treat the common cold. Common side effects of Tamiflu include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, nosebleed, eye redness or discomfort, sleep problems (insomnia), or ; cough or other respiratory problems. The flu itself or Tamiflu may rarely cause serious mental/mood changes. This may be more likely in children.
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silodosin (Rapaflo) What is Uroxatral? Uroxatral (alfuzosin) is an alpha-adrenergic (AL-fa ad-ren-ER-jik) blocker. Uroxatral helps relax the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. Uroxatral is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Uroxatral may cause dizziness or fainting.
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Tamsulosin HCL Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder.
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Flomax Flomax (tamsulosin) is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. Flomax is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Flomax is not approved for use in women or children.
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- Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder.amsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional.
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What Is Tamsulosin (Flomax)? Although commonly thought of as a medication used to treat enlarged prostate, tamsulosin can also be prescribed for women who have problems with bladder blockages or obstruction to help them urinate more easily.Doctors may also prescribe tamsulosin to help the body clear or pass kidney stones.amsulosin (Flomax) Side Effects. Headache is the most common side effect of taking tamsulosin. Other common side effects include: 1  Dizziness upon standing due to a sudden drop in blood pressure.