Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet

How to use Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Take Tamsulosin 30-60 minutes after the same meal each day.

How Medicine Works

Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily. This helps empty the bladder completely and reduces the need to pass urine frequently or urgently in BPH.

Expert Advice

• Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.
• Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet must be taken with food.
• You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.
• Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Tamsumo 0.4 mg Tablet.
• Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. When does Tamsumo start to work?

An improvement in urine flow can be seen in 4 to 8 hours after taking Tamsumo. However, it may take 2 to 4 weeks for the full effect to come.

Q. Can I take Tamsumo with vitamin D?

Yes, Tamsumo can be taken with vitamin D. No harmful effects or any interactions have been reported when these are used together.

Q. How does Tamsumo help in removal of kidney stones?

In patient with kidney stones, Tamsumo helps in removal of stones via urine. It works by relaxing the muscles of the urinary tract which causes an easy removal of the stones.Use of Tamsumo in kidney stones also decreases the need for painkillers.

Q. Why does Tamsumo cause dizziness?

Tamsumo causes peripheral blood vessel dilatation and pooling of blood in the extremities causing fall in blood pressure on sudden change in posture from lying down to sitting or standing. This makes patient experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, spinning sensation, and vertigo.

Q. Why should I stop taking Tamsumo before my cataract surgery?

Tamsumo can cause floppy eye syndrome in which the muscles of the iris become floppy and the pupil constricts unexpectedly during cataract surgery. So, when the eye surgeon actually needs a dilated pupil, it will constrict and restrict the field of surgery, and can affect the surgical outcomes.

Q. Why does Tamsumo cause stuffy nose?

Tamsumo relaxes the smooth muscles of the blood vessels and this vasodilation of the blood vessels can cause a stuffy nose.

Q. Can the use of Tamsumo increase blood sugar levels?

Use of Tamsumo does not increase your blood sugar levels. If you notice any change in the blood sugar levels while taking it, consult your doctor as this could be due to some condition which needs attention.

Q. Apart from taking medicines, what should I do to manage my prostate symptoms?

Simple lifestyle changes can help you manage your symptoms better. Try to urinate when you first get the urge. However, take care not to strain or push to empty your bladder. Avoid drinking fluids (especially alcohol, caffeine) a few hours before bedtime or going out. Also, you should not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor because some medicines can increase your urge to urinate.

Q. Can I take Tamsumo with ibuprofen or paracetamol?

Tamsumo can be taken with ibuprofen or paracetamol. No harmful side effects or other interactions have been seen when they are taken together. Show moreShow less