Urivent 0.4 mg (Capsule (Modified Release))

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Medicine Details

Indications

  • Treatment of functional symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Pharmacology

  • Selective alpha1 adrenoceptor blocking agent
  • Improvement in urine flow rate
  • Reduction in symptoms of BPH
  • Absorption rate under fasting conditions
  • Extensive metabolism by cytochrome P 450 enzymes
  • Plasma protein binding
  • Elimination half-life

Dosage & Administration

  • Tamsulosin Hydrochloride 0.4 mg daily
  • Increase in dose after 2 to 4 weeks if necessary
  • Administration after meal at night
  • Swallowing capsule whole with water
  • Absorption rate controlled pharmacokinetics

Interaction

  • Concurrent administration with other alfa1-adrenoceptor antagonists
  • No interactions with specific medications
  • Effect on plasma levels with concurrent cimetidine or frusemide
  • No hepatic metabolism interactions seen in vitro

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity
  • History of orthostatic hypotension
  • Severe hepatic insufficiency
  • Reduction in blood pressure during treatment
  • Caution during activities requiring alertness
  • Examination before therapy initiation
  • Regular examination during treatment

Side Effects

  • Dizziness
  • Abnormal ejaculation
  • Headache
  • Asthenia
  • Postural hypotension
  • Palpitations

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Not recommended for use

Precautions & Warnings

  • Transient postural symptoms
  • Use in patients with micturition syncope not advised
  • No available data on effects on ability to drive or operate machines
  • Patients should be aware of the potential for dizziness

Overdose Effects

  • Acute hypotension likely to occur after overdosage
  • Cardiovascular support required
  • Monitoring of renal function
  • General supportive measures
  • Gastric lavage and activated charcoal administration in large quantities

Therapeutic Class

  • BPH/ Urinary retention/ Urinary incontinence

Storage Conditions

  • Cool and dry place
  • Below 30°C
  • Protected from light

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