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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta ,
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Veltam 0.4 Tablet is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. It contains Tamsulosin hydrochloride, which relaxes the prostate gland muscles and the urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow. Thus, it effectively improves the symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). It may cause the most common side effects such as low blood pressure, dizziness, drowsiness, reduced sex drive (libido), inability to get an erection (impotence) and tenderness or enlargement of your breasts (in men), sleeplessness, runny nose or ejaculatory problems. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

TAMSULOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE-0.4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Veltam 0.4 Tablet

Veltam 0.4 Tablet belongs to the category of medicine called 'alpha-blocker', primarily 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. Veltam 0.4 Tablet is for use by men only and not indicated for use by women. Veltam 0.4 Tablet does not cure prostate cancer. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused by 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. Veltam 0.4 Tablet helps relieve these symptoms.

Veltam 0.4 Tablet contains Tamsulosin hydrochloride (an alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland, which leads to urinary problems (like difficulty passing urine and frequent urination). It is a prodrug, and it gets broken down into its active form (i.e., Tamsulosin) in the gut (intestine). Veltam 0.4 Tablet makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the prostate gland muscles. Effectively, it improves the symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). 

Take Veltam 0.4 Tablet as prescribed. The most common side effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet are low blood pressure (hypotension), dizziness, drowsiness, reduced sex drive (libido), inability to get an erection (impotence) and tenderness or enlargement of your breasts (in men), sleeplessness, runny nose or ejaculatory problems. These side effects may disappear when you continue to take Veltam 0.4 Tablet . Although, if these side effects persist, contact the doctor. 

Women or children should not take Veltam 0.4 Tablet . Please inform your doctor before starting Veltam 0.4 Tablet if you have low blood pressure, liver/kidney disease, or a history of heart problems. You are also advised to wear a condom while having sexual intercourse, especially when your partner is pregnant, as Veltam 0.4 Tablet is known to pass in semen. Do not donate blood while taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet . You can donate blood 6 months after you have taken the last dose of Veltam 0.4 Tablet . Patients taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet

Veltam 0.4 Tablet is used in the treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The detailed uses of Veltam 0.4 Tablet are as follows:
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) treatment: Veltam 0.4 Tablet helps to relieve symptoms of enlarged prostate, such as difficulty urinating, painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency.
• Improving urinary flow: Veltam 0.4 Tablet improves urine flow in men with enlarged prostate by relaxing prostate and bladder muscles, reducing obstructive urinary symptoms.
• Reducing urinary retention: Veltam 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.
• Facilitation of urological procedures: In some cases, Veltam 0.4 Tablet may be prescribed before urological procedures to manage urinary symptoms and improve outcomes.

Directions for Use

Take Veltam 0.4 Tablet with or without food as directed by your physician. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Veltam 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. Veltam 0.4 Tablet decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and frequent urination. Veltam 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. 

How Veltam 0.4 Tablet Works

Veltam 0.4 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). Veltam 0.4 Tablet makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the prostate gland muscles.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet
  • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use a hand sanitizer to prevent the spread of infections.
  • Wear masks, gloves and other protective clothing.
  • Cover sneezes and coughs with a medical mask or tissue or your elbow.
  • Take vaccinations to enhance your immunity to specific diseases.
  • Clean your utensils, linen and surfaces regularly.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Managing Medication-Triggered Rhinitis (Stuffy Nose): A Step-by-Step Guide
  • Consult your doctor if you experience nasal congestion, runny nose, or sinus pressure after taking medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication, adding new medications, or providing guidance on managing your rhinitis symptoms.
  • If advised by your doctor, use nasal decongestants or saline nasal sprays to help relieve nasal congestion.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and other fluids to help thin out mucus and soothe your nasal passages.
  • Chest pain may last for a while and needs immediate medical attention as it is a significant health issue to be attended to.
  • Take rest and refrain from doing physical activity for a while, and restart after a few days.
  • Try applying an ice pack to the strained area for at least 20 minutes thrice a day. Ice pack thus helps reduce inflammation.
  • Sit upright and maintain proper posture if there is persistent chest pain. • Use extra pillows to elevate your position and prop your chest up while sleeping.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
Here are the 7 step-by-step strategies to manage the side effect of "inability to sleep" caused by medication usage:
  • Prepare for a restful night's sleep: Develop a calming pre-sleep routine, like reading or meditation, to help your body relax and prepare for sleep.
  • Create a sleep-conducive Environment: Make bedroom a sleep haven by ensuring it is quiet, dark and calm.
  • Follow a Sleep Schedule: Go to bed and get up at the same time every day to help regulate your body's internal clock and increase sleep quality.
  • Try relaxing techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness meditation and any others.
  • Limit stimulating activities before bedtime: Avoid stimulating activities before bedtime to improve sleep quality.
  • Monitor Progress: Keep track of your sleep patterns to identify areas for improvement.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If these steps don't improve your sleep, consult a doctor for further guidance and therapy.

What if I have taken an overdose of Veltam 0.4 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Veltam 0.4 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.

Drug Warnings

Veltam 0.4 Tablet should be taken with caution in people with liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, prostate cancer history, or allergic to tamsulosin. For better results, Veltam 0.4 Tablet should be used 30 minutes after a meal. 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet passes in semen and affects pregnant women and the fetus (unborn child). It is advisable to contact your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet . Do not donate blood while taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet . You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Veltam 0.4 Tablet . Patients taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet 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.

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TamsulosinTelithromycin
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How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with telithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and telithromycin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with Tizanidine will have an additive effect and may lower blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and tizanidine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and Voriconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, heart palpitation (irregular heartbeat). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with fosamprenavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and fosamprenavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with ritonavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and ritonavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinCobicistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with cobicistat may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and cobicistat together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinIdelalisib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with idealisib may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and idealisib together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinPosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with posaconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and posaconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, and stuffy nose. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamsulosinAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with amprenavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and amprenavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Veltam 0.4 Tablet:
Taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet with ketoconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Veltam 0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Veltam 0.4 Tablet and ketoconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

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

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Alcohol

Caution

Veltam 0.4 Tablet should not be taken with Veltam 0.4 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

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Veltam 0.4 Tablet is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Breast Feeding

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Veltam 0.4 Tablet is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Driving

Caution

Veltam 0.4 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

Veltam 0.4 Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended.

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Kidney

Caution

Veltam 0.4 Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is recommended.

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Children

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Veltam 0.4 Tablet is not recommended for children. The safety and effectiveness of Veltam 0.4 Tablet have not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children by competent authorities worldwide.

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FAQs

Veltam 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.

Veltam 0.4 Tablet contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. Veltam 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, Veltam 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.

Veltam 0.4 Tablet should not be given to the children below 18 years, and women. Veltam 0.4 Tablet is recommended for use in male-only. Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet or sulfa drugs.

Intake of Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet . Even if you stop taking Veltam 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 Veltam 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 Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue Veltam 0.4 Tablet without consulting your doctor.

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

Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet to experience this side effect.

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

Take Veltam 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, Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet after breakfast or after the first daily meal. However, follow your doctor’s instructions.

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

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

Veltam 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 Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet with other medicines or supplements.

Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet for kidney stones treatment.

Veltam 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.

Veltam 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.

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

No, Veltam 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, Veltam 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 Veltam 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 Veltam 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 Veltam 0.4 Tablet with other medicines.

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  3. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/tamsulosin/
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