Urocare 0.4 mg (Capsule (Modified Release))

Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 200.00)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Tamsulosin hydrochloride
Company	Doctor tims pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Pharmacology

Selective alpha1 adrenoceptor blocking agent
Relaxes smooth muscles in bladder neck and prostate
Improves urine flow rate
Reduces symptoms of BPH
Absorption rate
Plasma protein binding
Metabolism by cytochrome P 450 enzymes
Elimination half-life
Controlled pharmacokinetics

Dosage & Administration

0.4 mg daily dosage
0.8 mg dosage after 2 to 4 weeks if necessary
Administration after meal at night
Swallowed whole with water
No crunching or chewing

Interaction

Concurrent administration with alfa1-adrenoceptor antagonists
No interactions with atenolol, enalapril, or nifedipine
Cimetidine and frusemide interactions
Hepatic metabolism interactions
Diclofenac and warfarin interactions

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity
History of orthostatic hypotension
Severe hepatic insufficiency
Potential reduction in blood pressure
Symptoms of orthostatic hypotension
Examination before therapy initiation

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
Effects on ability to drive and use machines
Dizziness warning

Overdose Effects

Likely acute hypotension
Cardiovascular support
Volume expanders
Vasopressors
Renal function monitoring
General supportive measures
Dialysis unlikely to be helpful
Measures to impede absorption
Gastric lavage and administration of activated charcoal

Therapeutic Class

BPH/Urinary retention/Urinary incontinence

Storage Conditions

Cool and dry place
Below 30°C
Protected from light

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