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Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's

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Composition

TAMSULOSIN-0.4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Zydus Cadila

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

About Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's belongs to the category of medicine known as alpha-blocker, used primarily for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's are for use by men only and not indicated for use in women. Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's does not cure prostate cancer. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to overproduction of a hormone called ‘dihydrotestosterone’ in men. As the gland enlarges, it can lead to urinary problems, such as difficulty passing urine and frequent urination. Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's helps in getting relief from these symptoms.

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland leading to urinary problems (like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge). Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should be taken approximately 30 minutes following the same meal every day. The most common side effects of Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's 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, or ejaculatory problems. These side effects may disappear when you continue to take Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's. Although, if these side effects persist, contact the doctor.

Women or children should not take Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's. Please inform your doctor before starting Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's have low blood pressure, liver/kidney disease, history of heart problem. You are also advised to wear a condom while having sexual intercourse, especially when your partner is pregnant, as Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is known to pass in semen. Do not donate blood while taking Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's. You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's. Patients taking Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should be cautioned about driving, operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks as it can cause drowsiness or dizziness. In rare cases, problems of penis erection, ejaculation and pain in the penis. So if these symptoms are for a longer time, immediately contact your doctor.

Uses of Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Urinary bladder outlet obstruction.

Medicinal Benefits

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. This decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge. Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the gland muscles. Effectively, it improves the symptoms of BPH like urine flow, hesitancy, and incomplete bladder emptying.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's

  • 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
  • Ejaculatory problems

Drug Warnings

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should be taken with caution in people with liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, a history of prostate cancer, or allergic to tamsulosin. Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should be used 30 minutes after a meal for better results. Inform your doctor if you have had a history of heart disease or planning to undergo cataract surgery. During sexual intercourse with your partner, use a condom as Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's passes in semen and can affect pregnant women and the foetus (unborn child). So, you should contact your doctor for advice. Do not donate blood while taking Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's. You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's. Patients taking Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should be cautioned about driving, operating machinery, or performing hazardous tasks as it can cause drowsiness or dizziness. In rare cases, problems of penis erection, ejaculation, and pain in the penis can occur. So if these symptoms are for a longer time, immediately contact your doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is known to contra-indicate 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).

Drug-Food Interactions: Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is known to interact when taken along with alcohol. Also, keep your doctor informed about all the OTC medicines you are using while taking Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's may interact if you have glaucoma, liver/kidney disease, hypotension (low blood pressure).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • DICLOFENAC
  • IBUPROFEN
  • PRAZOSIN
  • ATENOLOL
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • PAROXETINE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • METOPROLOL
  • TERAZOSIN
  • INDOMETHACIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid drinking less alcohol, caffeine, and fizzy drink. Limit intake of artificial sweeteners.
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly, so you do not feel heavy in the abdomen.
  • Also, drink less water in the evening and before sleeping to have a sound sleep and do not wake up frequently for urination.
  • Any medication that may worsen urinary symptoms (for cold and cough) should be avoided.

Special Advise

  • Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is not intended for use as an antihypertensive (blood pressure lowering) drug.
  • Don't stand suddenly from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): The enlargement of the prostate gland is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to overproduction of dihydrotestosterone hormone in men. After age 50, most men develop an enlarged prostate gland putting pressure on the urinary bladder. It leads to restricted or obstructed urine flow, an urge to urinate frequently (especially at night), and a feeling of not emptying the urinary bladder.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should not be taken with Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's 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

Unsafe

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Driving

Caution

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's can make some people feel dizzy, so it may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery safely.

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Liver

Caution

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended.

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Kidney

Caution

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is recommended.

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Children

Unsafe

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is not recommended for children. The safety and effectiveness of Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's have not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children by competent authorities worldwide.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
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FAQs

Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland leading to urinary problems (like difficulty passing urine and frequent urination). Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.
Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should not be given to children below 18 years and women. Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's is recommended for use in male-only. Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should not be given in people with prostate cancer, priapism (persistent painful penile erection unrelated to sexual activity), low blood pressure (hypotension), cataracts and allergic to Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's or sulfa drugs.
No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's should be avoided as it increases the urge to urinate. So, before taking any such medication, please consult your doctor.
No, you are advised not to donate blood if you are taking Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's. Even if you stop taking Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's, wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.
Intake of Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure leading to orthostatic hypotension. It usually occurs when one suddenly stand from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.
No, Urinfen 0.4mg Capsule 15's does not cure benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) helps in relieving symptoms of the enlarged prostate gland. For better advice, you should consult your doctor.

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