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compositionComposition:TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE-0.4MG
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Flodart Tablet 10's
Flodart Tablet 10's
Flodart Tablet 10's

Flodart Tablet is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which is an enlarged prostate, and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. It contains Tamsulosin, which helps relax the muscles in the prostate and bladder, making it easier to urinate. This medicine can help relieve symptoms like difficulty urinating or frequent urination. Common side effects may include low blood pressure, dizziness, drowsiness, reduced sex drive, erection problems, breast tenderness in men, and sleep problems. Before using Flodart Tablet , tell your doctor if you're allergic to any of its ingredients and mention any other medicines you’re taking or health conditions you have.

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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE-0.4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Flodart Tablet

Flodart Tablet is an alpha-blocker medication used primarily to treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate, and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. It works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate gland and urinary bladder neck, helping to improve urine flow and relieve symptoms like difficulty passing urine and frequent urination. BPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate caused by excess production of the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT).

Flodart Tablet contains Tamsulosin hydrochloride, a prodrug that is converted into its active form in the intestine. It specifically targets the smooth muscles in the prostate gland, which makes it easier for men to pass urine. By relaxing these muscles, Flodart Tablet effectively reduces the symptoms of BPH and helps improve urinary function.

Common side effects of Flodart Tablet include low blood pressure (hypotension), dizziness, drowsiness, reduced libido, impotence, breast tenderness or enlargement (in men), insomnia, runny nose, and ejaculatory issues. These side effects often improve with continued use, but if they persist or worsen, it is important to contact your doctor.

Flodart Tablet is not suitable for women or children. Before starting the medication, inform your doctor if you have any history of low blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, or heart problems. It’s also important to use a condom during sexual intercourse while taking Flodart Tablet , especially if your partner is pregnant, as the medication can be passed through semen. Do not donate blood while using Flodart Tablet ; you can resume after six months of the last dose. Additionally, be cautious when driving or operating machinery, as Flodart Tablet can cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Uses of Flodart Tablet

Flodart Tablet is used in the treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The detailed uses of Flodart Tablet are as follows:

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

Key Benefits

  • Flodart Tablet contains Tamsulosin (an alpha-blocker), which is primarily used to treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate in males.
  • It is a prodrug, which means it gets converted into its active form (Tamsulosin) in the gut.
  • Flodart Tablet helps alleviate urinary issues like difficulty passing urine and frequent urination associated with BPH.
  • It works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland, making it easier to pass urine.
  • Flodart Tablet improves urine flow, reduces hesitancy, and helps with incomplete bladder emptying.
  • Overall, Flodart Tablet effectively relieves the symptoms of BPH and improves urinary function.

Directions for Use

  • Take Flodart Tablet 30 minutes after the meal or as advised by a doctor.
  • Recommended to take once a day or as advised by your doctor.
  • Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

How Flodart Tablet Works

Flodart Tablet contains Tamsulosin hydrochloride (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland, leading to urinary problems (like difficulty in passing urine and frequent urination). It is a prodrug that gets broken down into its active form (i.e. Tamsulosin) in the gut (intestine). Flodart Tablet makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the prostate gland muscles.
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Alcohol

Caution

Flodart Tablet should not be taken with Flodart Tablet as it may cause low blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension), dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

Flodart Tablet is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

Flodart Tablet is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Driving

Caution

Flodart Tablet can make some people feel dizzy, so it may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery safely.

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Liver

Caution

Flodart Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended.

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Kidney

Caution

Flodart Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is recommended.

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Children

Unsafe

Flodart Tablet is not recommended for children. The safety and effectiveness of Flodart Tablet have not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children by competent authorities worldwide.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your physician if you have any heart-related problems before taking Flodart Tablet .

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Geriatrics

Caution

Flodart Tablet should be used in elderly patients with proper monitoring and individualised care.

What if I have taken an overdose of Flodart Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Flodart Tablet as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include stomach upset, fainting, blurred vision, dizziness or headache. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and fizzy drinks, as they can worsen urinary symptoms.
  • Limit intake of artificial sweeteners to help reduce bladder irritation.
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly to prevent feeling heavy or bloated in the abdominal area.
  • Drink less water in the evening and before bed to avoid waking up frequently for urination during the night.
  • Avoid medications that may worsen urinary symptoms, such as those used for cold and cough.

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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Flodart Tablet to start to work: Flodart Tablet ideally shows its action within 4 to 8 hours after administration. 
  • The time for which the effects of Flodart Tablet last: The effect of Flodart Tablet lasts for 13 hours.

What if you forget to take Flodart Tablet

If you miss a dose of Flodart Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicines or foods, or if you have medical conditions such as liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, a history of prostate cancer, heart disease, or are planning to undergo cataract surgery.
  • Use a condom during sexual intercourse, as Flodart Tablet passes into semen and can affect pregnant women and the fetus. Always consult your doctor for advice.
  • Do not donate blood while taking Flodart Tablet . You can donate 6 months after your last dose.
  • Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery as Flodart Tablet can cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • Inform your doctor about all prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, supplements, and herbal products you are taking to avoid interactions.
  • Flodart Tablet is intended for male patients only and should not be used by women or children.
  • In rare cases, if you experience erection problems, ejaculation issues, or pain in the penis, contact your doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Flodart Tablet may interact with antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin, doxycycline), antidepressants (fluoxetine, paroxetine), antifungals (itraconazole and ketoconazole), blood pressure-lowering pills (atenolol, metoprolol, prazosin, terazosin), pain killers (diclofenac, ibuprofen, indomethacin). Also, keep your doctor informed about all the OTC medicines you are using while taking Flodart Tablet .

Drug-Food Interaction: Flodart Tablet is known to interact when taken along with alcohol, St John’s Wort (a natural remedy to treat depression).

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, liver/kidney disease and hypotension (low blood pressure).

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FAQs

Flodart Tablet is primarily used to treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), which is an enlarged prostate gland that leads to urinary problems. These problems may include difficulty passing urine, frequent urination, and incomplete bladder emptying.
Flodart Tablet contains Tamsulosin (an alpha-blocker), which is primarily used to treat an enlarged prostate gland that causes urinary problems, such as difficulty passing urine and frequent urination. Flodart Tablet works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate gland and the urinary bladder neck, at the site of obstruction. This results in improved urine flow and relief from BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia) symptoms.
No, Flodart 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.
Flodart Tablet should not be used in children under 18 years or in women. It is recommended for male-only use. Flodart Tablet should not be given to individuals with prostate cancer, priapism (a painful, persistent penile erection unrelated to sexual activity), low blood pressure (hypotension), cataracts, or those who are allergic to Flodart Tablet or sulfa drugs.
Intake of Flodart 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 Flodart Tablet . Even if you stop taking Flodart Tablet , wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.
No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Flodart 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 Flodart 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 Flodart Tablet as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue Flodart Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Flodart Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Flodart Tablet may cause constipation in some people. It is temporary and usually resolves with time. However, it is not necessary for everyone taking Flodart Tablet to experience this side effect.
Prostate size is not impacted directly by Flodart Tablet . It provides relief from symptoms of enlarged prostate.
Take Flodart 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, Flodart 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 Flodart Tablet after breakfast or after the first daily meal. However, follow your doctor’s instructions.
Flodart Tablet does not increase blood sugar levels. However, if you notice any changes in blood sugar levels while using Flodart Tablet , please consult your doctor as it may indicate a medical concern that needs attention.
Flodart Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, if you notice an increase in your weight while using Flodart Tablet , please consult your doctor as it may indicate a medical concern that needs attention.
Flodart 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 Flodart Tablet with vitamin D. When these are used together, no harmful effects or interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Flodart Tablet with other medicines or supplements.
Flodart 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 Flodart Tablet for kidney stones treatment.
Flodart 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.
Flodart 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.
Flodart Tablet relaxes the smooth muscles of the blood vessels and this dilation of the blood vessels can cause a stuffy nose.
No, Flodart 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, Flodart 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 Flodart 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 Flodart 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 Flodart Tablet with other medicines.

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