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Flomax

Brand Names

; Flomax®

Alpha1 Blockers

In men, it is used to treat the symptoms (frequent urination, nighttime bathroom trips, hesitancy, dribbling) of an enlarged prostate. This is called benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH).

Tamsulosin relaxes the muscles of the prostate improving the symptoms listed above. It does not cure or shrink the enlarged prostate.

Take with 30 minutes following the same meal every day.
Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
Make sure you are drinking enough liquids unless told to drink less by healthcare provider. Avoid products with caffeine.

You will need prostate exam and blood test for prostate (PSA) before starting on this medicine.
Be careful in hot weather. You may see a greater blood pressure lowering effect.
Do not use saw palmetto or nettle root (herbal products) if being treated for enlarged prostate.
If you are taking this medicine for high blood pressure, follow low salt diet.
Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat; or any other symptoms involved.
This medicine is not for use in women.

Dizziness is common. Rise slowly over several minutes from sitting or lying position. Be careful climbing stairs.
Feeling sleepy, lightheaded, or tired. Avoid driving, doing other tasks or activities that require you to be alert until you see how this medicine affects you.
Headache. Mild pain medicine may help.
Nasal congestion.

Check blood pressure regularly.
Follow diet plan (low salt) and exercise program if being treated for high blood pressure.
Have a rectal exam (for prostate check) and PSA test (blood test). Talk with healthcare provider.

Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Passing out, fainting, dizziness, or lightheadedness.
Severe headache.
Any rash.
No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, herbal/supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physician assistant).
Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter or natural products (herbs, vitamins).