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Composition:

TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE-0.4MG

Uses:

Tampure-0.4 Tablet is used in the treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The detailed uses of Tampure-0.4 Tablet are as follows: <br/>• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) treatment: Tampure-0.4 Tablet helps to relieve symptoms of enlarged prostate, such as difficulty urinating, painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency.<br/>• Improving urinary flow: Tampure-0.4 Tablet improves urine flow in men with enlarged prostate by relaxing prostate and bladder muscles, reducing obstructive urinary symptoms.<br/>• Reducing urinary retention: Tampure-0.4 Tablet can help in making it easier to empty the bladder and reduce urinary retention after surgery or in cases of an enlarged prostate.<br/>• Facilitation of urological procedures: In some cases, Tampure-0.4 Tablet may be prescribed before urological procedures to manage urinary symptoms and improve outcomes.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Tampure-0.4 Tablet contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), primarily used to treat the enlarged prostate gland in males. It is a prodrug, and it gets broken down into its active form (i.e. Tamsulosin) in the gut. Tampure-0.4 Tablet decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and frequent urination. Tampure-0.4 Tablet makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland. Effectively, it improves the symptoms of BPH like urine flow, hesitancy, and incomplete bladder emptying. 

FAQs

Tampure-0.4 Tablet is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate) and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. It relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow with reduced BPH symptoms.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. Tampure-0.4 Tablet makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland. Effectively, it improves the symptoms of BPH like urine flow, hesitancy, and incomplete bladder emptying.

No, Tampure-0.4 Tablet does not cure benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) permanently but helps relieve the enlarged prostate gland symptoms. For better advice, you should consult your doctor.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet should not be given to the children below 18 years, and women. Tampure-0.4 Tablet is recommended for use in male-only. Tampure-0.4 Tablet should not be given in people with prostate cancer, priapism (persistent painful penile erection unrelated to sexual activity), low blood pressure (hypotension), cataract, and allergic to Tampure-0.4 Tablet or sulfa drugs.

Intake of Tampure-0.4 Tablet may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure leading to orthostatic hypotension. It usually occurs when one suddenly stands from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.

No, you are advised not to donate blood if you are taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet . Even if you stop taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet , wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.

No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Tampure-0.4 Tablet should be avoided as it increases the urge to urinate. So, before taking any such medication, please consult your doctor.

It relaxes the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland, does help in easy passing of kidney stones.

As it causes smooth muscles of the blood vessels to relax , this vasodilation may cause blocked/stuffy nose.

You may experience a decrease or delay in ejaculation which is not harmful.

The side effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet are low blood pressure (hypotension), dizziness, drowsiness, reduced sex drive (libido), inability to get an erection (impotence), tenderness or enlargement of your breasts (in men), sleeplessness, runny nose and ejaculatory problems.

Take Tampure-0.4 Tablet as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue Tampure-0.4 Tablet without consulting your doctor.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet may cause constipation in some people. It is temporary and usually resolves with time. However, it is not necessary for everyone taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet to experience this side effect.

Prostate size is not impacted directly by Tampure-0.4 Tablet . It provides relief from symptoms of enlarged prostate.

Take Tampure-0.4 Tablet as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Take it at the same time every day.

No, Tampure-0.4 Tablet is not an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of medicines called alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists which reduces the muscle contractions in the urethra and prostate. This facilitates urine flow through the urethra and helps with urination.

It is preferable to take Tampure-0.4 Tablet after breakfast or after the first daily meal. However, follow your doctor’s instructions.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet does not increase blood sugar levels. However, if you notice any changes in blood sugar levels while using Tampure-0.4 Tablet , please consult your doctor as it may indicate a medical concern that needs attention.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, if you notice an increase in your weight while using Tampure-0.4 Tablet , please consult your doctor as it may indicate a medical concern that needs attention.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet usually improves urine flow in 4 to 8 hours after taking it. But, to show its full effect, it may take 2 to 4 weeks.

Yes, you may take Tampure-0.4 Tablet with vitamin D. When these are used together, no harmful effects or interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with other medicines or supplements.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet helps in removal of kidney stones through urine. It works by causing muscles in the urinary tract to relax, making removal of stones easier. Also, the need for painkillers is decreased with the use of Tampure-0.4 Tablet for kidney stones treatment.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet cause blood vessels to dilate, which leads to build up of blood in the extremities (ends of the arms and limbs). This prevents proper blood flow to the brain, which lowers blood pressure on the sudden change in posture. Thus, patient may experience dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, vertigo and spinning sensation.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet may cause floppy eye syndrome in which the iris muscles become floppy and the pupil unexpectedly constricts during cataract surgery. Therefore, when the eye surgeon truly needs a dilated pupil, it will constrict and restrict the surgical field, which may have an impact on the surgical outcomes.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet relaxes the smooth muscles of the blood vessels and this dilation of the blood vessels can cause a stuffy nose.

No, Tampure-0.4 Tablet is not an anticholinergic. It belongs to a group of medicines called alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists which reduces the muscle contractions in the urethra and prostate. This facilitates urine flow through the urethra and helps with urination.

No, Tampure-0.4 Tablet does not cause frequent urination. In fact, it decreases the urge for frequent urination and increases the urine flow.

The long-term effects of taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet include increased risk of infection, pharyngitis (inflammation of the back of the throat), pain and rhinitis (inflammation and irritation of the mucous membrane inside the nose). Also, it may cause blackouts, abnormal ejaculation, lightheadedness, decreased blood pressure, fainting, and dizziness.

When you initially feel the urge, try to urinate. But be careful not to push or strain to empty the bladder. Refrain from drinking fluids (especially caffeine, alcohol and fizzy drinks), especially a few hours before going out or bedtime.

Yes, you may take Tampure-0.4 Tablet with ibuprofen or paracetamol. When these are used together, no harmful effects or interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with other medicines.