Flomax was granted approval by the Food and Drug TAMSULOSIN (tam SOO loe sin) treats the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
When you want to quit Flomax (that’s tamsulosin), you might wonder how to stop taking tamsulosin safely and what flomax withdrawal symptoms to anticipate
See more Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention
If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist
These include: problems with
Warnings What to ask your doctor Introduction If you have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate, you may be
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The most common tamsulosin side effects include: Headache Dizziness Stuffy nose Abnormal ejaculation Until recently, medical therapy for BPH has been thought to be both safe and effective
Dutasteride will cause the size of the prostate to decrease, but the effect lasts only as long as the medicine is taken
I was told it will be lifelong, as well as my newest, 6 months ago, medication of Avodart-also forever;I am 67
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4 mg once daily is recommended as the dose for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of BPH
Flomax (tamsulosin): Flomax (tamsulosin) is a alpha-blocker and the main side-effect is 'hypotension' especially upon standing
Stopping tamsulosin suddenly can make your condition worse as your symptoms may return
persistent breath odor or bad taste in your mouth
tingling of the hands or feet
Tamsulosin - Brand names: Contiflo XL, Faramsil MR, Flomaxtra XL, Pamsvax XL, Tabphyn MR
In a long-term study of taking Flomax 4 mg a day, 30% of patients had ejaculatory dysfunction
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
Less common
cold sweats
unpleasant breath odor
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine
muscle pain * or cramps
unusual weight gain or loss
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
“The long-term side effects of COVID infection are a major concern,” Goepfert said
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention
eye pain
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