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What is Flomax
TamsulosinThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryTamsulosin is a drug used to treat an enlarged prostate. It works by blocking certain receptors in the prostate and bladder, causing the muscles in these areas to relax. This relaxation allows for better urinary flow. It was approved by the FDA in 1997 and is more selective than other similar drugs, meaning it is less likely to cause a drop in blood pressure.
Flomaxis the brand name
Flomax Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Flomax
Tamsulosin
1997
162
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Tamsulosin, also called Flomax, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses like Enlarged Prostate and Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy .Enlarged Prostate
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
Used to treat Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy in combination with Dutasteride
Effectiveness
How Flomax Affects PatientsTamsulosin is a drug that blocks the actions of certain alpha-1A and alpha-1D hormones, which are commonly found in the prostate and submaxillary tissue. This drug binds to these hormones more strongly than it does to alpha-1B hormones, found in the aorta and spleen. This makes it effective in improving urinary flow while having less adverse side effects like low blood pressure.
How Flomax works in the bodyTamsulosin is a medication that helps reduce symptoms of an enlarged prostate. It does this by blocking certain receptors in the prostate, specifically alpha-1A and alpha-1D. Blocking these receptors causes the smooth muscle in the prostate to relax, improving urinary flow. It also relaxes the muscles in the bladder, reducing the storage symptoms of an enlarged prostate. Tamsulosin is designed to be specific to the target area to minimize effects elsewhere in the body.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Flomax is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction, including Bladder Outlet Obstruction, Ureteral Calculus and Enlarged Prostate. The amount of dosage is contingent on the method of delivery (e.g. Capsule, extended release - Oral or Tablet, extended release - Oral) outlined in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Bladder Outlet Obstruction
, 0.4 mg
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
, 0.4 mg
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral
Ureteral Calculus
, 0.4 mg
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral
Enlarged Prostate
, 0.4 mg
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral
Warnings
Flomax ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Tamsulosin may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Flomax Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Acepromazine
Major
Tamsulosin may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Acepromazine.
Alfuzosin
Major
Tamsulosin may increase the hypotensive activities of Alfuzosin.
Aripiprazole
Major
Tamsulosin may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Aripiprazole.
Aripiprazole lauroxil
Major
Tamsulosin may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Aripiprazole lauroxil.
Asenapine
Major
Tamsulosin may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Asenapine.
Flomax Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much tamsulosin may cause low blood pressure and patients should lie down in order to maintain their heart rate and pressure. If more help is needed, intravenous fluids or vasopressors may be administered and kidney function should be monitored. Dialysis is not effective as the drug binds to protein. Tamsulosin is not meant for use in women and has not been studied in pregnancy, though animal studies have not shown any signs of harm. Male and female fertility may be affected as animals have shown impairment of ejaculation, fertilization, and abnormal ejaculation in men. Tamsulosin has been
Flomax Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Flomax?
27 active studies are investigating the potential of Flomax to address Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, Ureteral Calculus and Bladder Outlet Obstruction.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Bladder Outlet Obstruction
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Early Phase 1
Ureteral Calculus
0 Actively Recruiting
Enlarged Prostate
21 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Phase 3
Flomax Reviews: What are patients saying about Flomax?
5Patient Review
6/28/2021 This medication worked great for me. I had no issues with urination when taking it as prescribed, and didn't notice any side effects.
5Patient Review
3/17/2022 Flomax has been working great for me so far. I've been urinating more frequently, which was the goal. I was worried about potential side effects but haven't experienced any of them yet (knock on wood).
5Patient Review
6/28/2021 This treatment works great for me. If I miss even one or two doses, it's really difficult for me to urinate. I'm hopeful that there will be a long-term solution found eventually, but until then, this is a great stopgap measure.
5Patient Review
3/17/2022 Flomax has been a godsend. I was worried about the potential side effects but after trying it, those concerns have been allayed. Not to mention, it's helped me immensely with my stones issue.
4.3Patient Review
11/23/2020 While this drug did alleviate the original issue, it unfortunately also came with a range of negative side effects that made it unusable for me. These included everything from an increased heart rate to depression and insomnia.
4.3Patient Review
11/23/2020 Though it did alleviate the pressure on my bladder, I unfortunately could not use this drug because it caused my heart rate to increase significantly. Additionally, I felt irritable and depressed while using this medication and had difficulty sleeping; after trying it twice, I decided to speak with my doctor about alternatives.
3.7Patient Review
1/18/2021 I was prescribed this medication when I had a kidney stone. However, after one use I found that it caused me terrible congestion. As a result, I never took it again.
3.7Patient Review
1/18/2021 I was prescribed this for a kidney stone but only took it once because it made me really congested.
3Patient Review
2/21/2022 I've been taking this for seven years, and my doctor recently upped the dosage to two per day. This worked fine until Rite Aid switched to a different generic 0.4mg capsule with a D 53 on it. Since then, I've had issues urinating; I wake up four or five times a night to use the bathroom, but only produce a tiny amount of urine each time. Additionally, during sex there is almost no semen ejaculated and orgasm is significantly less intense.
3Patient Review
3/19/2022 The .4mg capsules were great the first month, but now they don't seem to do anything. I'm still using a catheter to empty my bladder and no kidney stones have passed even though there are 9 visible on my CT scan.
3Patient Review
8/4/2022 This medication helped me to urinate less frequently; however, I experienced some negative side effects like a stuffed nose and poor orgasms. Additionally, there was no ejaculate. Therefore, I stopped taking the medication after two weeks.
3Patient Review
2/21/2022 I've been taking this medication for seven years and, unfortunately, have experienced some negative side effects in recent months. Ever since my pharmacy changed the generic brand they use, I've had difficulty urinating and often wake up several times a night to use the restroom. Additionally, sex has become less enjoyable as I don't produce semen or experienceorgasm like I used to.
3Patient Review
3/19/2022 I was taking the .4mg capsule for a month and it worked great, but now it doesn't seem to do anything. I still have to use a catheter to empty my bladder, even though 9 kidney stones showed up on my CT scan.
3Patient Review
8/4/2022 While this did help my frequent urination, I found the side effects (stuffy nose, poor orgasm, no ejaculate) to be really tough to deal with. After two weeks, I decided to stop taking the medication.
2.3Patient Review
3/13/2021 The medication worked right away, but the side effects were too severe. I had pain in my jaw the first night, which I didn't realize was from the meds. The second night it felt like every tooth in my mouth was aching and I could hardly sleep.
2.3Patient Review
3/13/2021 The medication worked right away, but the side effects were unbearable. The first night, I had some pain in my jaw but didn't think it was from the meds. The second night it felt like every tooth in my mouth was aching and this went on until morning. I got very little sleep and will never take this again.
2.3Patient Review
11/2/20202.3Patient Review
11/2/20202Patient Review
1/14/2022 I took this for several years with no improvement, as my doctor had told me I could take Finasteride along with it. However, neither of these treatments have been effective.
2Patient Review
1/14/2022 I took this for several years with no results, as my doctor told me I could take Finasteride along with the Flomax. Unfortunately, neither one of them did the job.
1Patient Review
1/4/2021 This treatment helps me urinate more regularly, which is great for kidney stones. However, the side effects have been a stuffy nose multiple times throughout the day, barely any ejaculate, and feeling worn out by 9pm. I also think it's giving me dark bags under my eyes. Overall it's helping though.
1Patient Review
1/4/2021 I've been using this medication to help me deal with kidney stones. It's increased my urination frequency, which has been great. However, I've experienced some bothersome side effects like a stuffy nose and reduced ejaculate volume. Additionally, I'm worried it might be causing dark circles under my eyes. Despite all of that, it is helping so I continue to use it.
Patient Q&A Section about flomax
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What are the side effects to Flomax?
"The possible side effects of this medication include dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, diarrhea, back pain, and blurred vision."
Answered by AI
Does Flomax make you pee more?
"Tamsulosin helps reduce the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland by relaxing the muscles in the bladder and prostate so you can pee more easily. The side effect of taking tamsulosin is that you may feel dizzy or lightheaded. To avoid feeling dizzy or lightheaded, it is best to sit or lie down until your feel better."
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What is Flomax used for?
"This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently.
Tamsulosin is used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate in men. It does not shrink the prostate, but it by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder which helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently."
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Does Flomax work like Viagra?
"Viagra is a phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor used to treat erectile dysfunction and is sometimes used to treat BPH.
Both Flomax (generic name tamsulosin) and Viagra (generic name sildenafil) are medications prescribed to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which causes an enlarged prostate. Flomax is an alpha-blocker prescribed to treat difficulty urinating. Viagra is a phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor used to treat erectile dysfunction and is sometimes used to treat BPH."
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