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Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. It contains Tamsulosin hydrochloride, which relaxes the muscles of prostate gland and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow. Thus, it effectively improves the symptoms of Benign Hyperplasia Prostate (BPH). It may cause 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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About Tamrik 0.4 Capsule

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is for use by men only and not indicated for use by women. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule does not cure prostate cancer. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to 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. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule helps in getting relief from these symptoms.

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

Take Tamrik 0.4 Capsule as prescribed. The most common side effects of Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . Although, if these side effects persist, contact the doctor. 

Women or children should not take Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . Please inform your doctor before starting Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is known to pass in semen. Do not donate blood while taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . You can donate blood 6 months after you have taken the last dose of Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . Patients taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

Medicinal Benefits

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), primarily used to treat the enlarged prostate gland in the male. It is a prodrug, and it gets broken down into its active form (i.e. Tamsulosin) in the gut. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule  decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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. 

Directions for Use

Take Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tamrik 0.4 Capsule

  • 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

  • Ejaculatory problems

Drug Warnings

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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, Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . Do not donate blood while taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . Patients taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Tamrik 0.4 Capsule may interact with antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin, doxycycline), antidepressants (fluoxetine, paroxetine,), antifungals (itraconazole and ketoconazole), blood pressure-lowering pills (atenolol, metoprolol, prazosin, terazosin), pain killers (diclofenac, ibuprofen, indomethacin). Also, keep your doctor informed about all the OTC medicines you are using while taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . 

Drug-Food Interaction: Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is known to interact when taken along with alcohol, St John’s Wort (natural remedy to treat depression).

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, liver/kidney disease, or hypotension (low blood pressure). 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ATENOLOL
  • METOPROLOL
  • PRAZOSIN
  • TERAZOSIN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • IBUPROFEN
  • INDOMETHACIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid drinking alcohol, caffeine and fizzy drink. Limit intake of artificial sweeteners.

  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly so that you do not feel heavy in the abdomen region.

  • Also, drink less water in the evening and before sleeping to have a sound sleep and do not wake up frequently for urination.

  • Any medication which may worsen urinary symptoms (medication for cold and cough) should be avoided.

Special Advise

  • Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is not intended for use as an antihypertensive (blood pressure lowering) drug.

  • Don't stand suddenly from a lying or resting position, as it may increase the risk of falls due to a sudden dip in blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension).

Disease/Condition Glossary

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): It is the enlargement of the prostate gland. It is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to overproduction of dihydrotestosterone hormone in men. After age 50, most men develop an enlarged prostate gland putting pressure on the urinary bladder. It leads to restricted or obstructed urine flow, the urge to urinate frequently (especially at night), and the feeling of not emptying the urinary bladder. 

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Alcohol

Caution

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule should not be taken with Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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

Unsafe

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Driving

Caution

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule can make some people feel dizzy, so it may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery safely.

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Liver

Caution

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

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Kidney

Caution

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

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Children

Unsafe

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

Country of origin

India
Other Info - TAM0241

FAQs

Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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, Tamrik 0.4 Capsule does not cure benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) permanently but helps relieve the enlarged prostate gland symptoms. For better advice, you should consult your doctor.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule should not be given to the children below 18 years, and women. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is recommended for use in male-only. Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule or sulfa drugs.
Intake of Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . Even if you stop taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule , wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.
No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue Tamrik 0.4 Capsule without consulting your doctor.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule may cause constipation in some people. It is temporary and usually resolves with time. However, it is not necessary for everyone taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule to experience this side effect.
Prostate size is not impacted directly by Tamrik 0.4 Capsule . It provides relief from symptoms of enlarged prostate.
Take Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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, Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule after breakfast or after the first daily meal. However, follow your doctor’s instructions.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule does not increase blood sugar levels. However, if you notice any changes in blood sugar levels while using Tamrik 0.4 Capsule , please consult your doctor as it may indicate a medical concern that needs attention.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule does not cause weight gain. However, if you notice an increase in your weight while using Tamrik 0.4 Capsule , please consult your doctor as it may indicate a medical concern that needs attention.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule with vitamin D. When these are used together, no harmful effects or interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule with other medicines or supplements.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule for kidney stones treatment.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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.
Tamrik 0.4 Capsule relaxes the smooth muscles of the blood vessels and this dilation of the blood vessels can cause a stuffy nose.
No, Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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, Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule 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 Tamrik 0.4 Capsule with ibuprofen or paracetamol. When these are used together, no harmful effects or interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Tamrik 0.4 Capsule with other medicines.

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