Before taking Flomax CR (tamsulosin), tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other alpha-blockers such as alfuzosin, doxazosin or terazosin; or to sulfa drugs; or if you have any other allergies.
Before using Flomax CR (tamsulosin), tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: prostate cancer, blood pressure problems.
To avoid dizziness or fainting, get up slowly from a lying or seated position, especially when you first start taking Flomax CR (tamsulosin) or if your doctor changes your dosing. Also, when you first start taking Flomax CR (tamsulosin), avoid situations where you may be injured if you faint.
Flomax CR (tamsulosin) may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause blurred vision. Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any activity that requires alertness or clear vision. Limit alcoholic beverages.
Before having surgery (including cataract eye surgery), tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking Flomax CR (tamsulosin).
Caution is advised when using Flomax CR (tamsulosin) in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of Flomax CR (tamsulosin), especially dizziness.
Flomax CR (tamsulosin) is not recommended for use in women or children.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted.
Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start taking Flomax CR (tamsulosin) and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Take Flomax CR (tamsulosin) by mouth, usually once daily. Take the first dose at bedtime to minimize the chances of getting dizzy or fainting. After the first dose, take your regularly scheduled dose 30 minutes after the same meal each day, or take exactly as directed by your doctor.
Swallow Flomax CR (tamsulosin) whole. Do not crush, chew, or open the capsules. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Use Flomax CR (tamsulosin) regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.
If you have not taken Flomax CR (tamsulosin) for several days, contact your doctor to re-establish your dosing schedule. To minimize side effects, you will be restarted at the lowest dose. Then the dosage will be gradually increased.
It may take up to 4 weeks to notice an improvement in symptoms. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks or if they worsen.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Dizziness, unusual weakness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, blurred vision, runny nose, or problems ejaculating may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Flomax CR (tamsulosin) because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Flomax CR (tamsulosin) do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: fainting, vision changes.
Tell your doctor immediately if this rare but very serious side effect occurs: fast heartbeat.
In the unlikely event you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours, stop using Flomax CR (tamsulosin) and seek immediate medical attention, or permanent problems could occur.
A very serious allergic reaction to Flomax CR (tamsulosin) is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
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If you miss a dose of Flomax CR (tamsulosin), take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Before using Flomax CR (tamsulosin), tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: drugs for male erectile problems (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil), other alpha-blocker drugs (e.g., doxazosin, prazosin), high blood pressure drugs, "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), drugs affecting liver enzymes that remove Flomax CR (tamsulosin) from your body (such as cimetidine, azole antifungals including ketoconazole, macrolide antibiotics including erythromycin, rifamycins including rifabutin, St. John's wort).
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you also take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), medicine for sleep (e.g., sedatives), muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), tranquilizers.
Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.