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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet is used primarily for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. It is for use by men only and not indicated for use by women. It contains Tamsulosin, which relaxes the prostate gland's muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms. It may cause common side effects such as 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, 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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Composition :

TAMSULOSIN-0.4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet belongs to the category of medicine known as alpha-blocker, used primarily for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet is for use by men only and not indicated for use by women. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet does not cure prostate cancer. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused by the 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. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet helps in getting relief from these symptoms.

Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland, leading to urinary problems (like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge). Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet  relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.

Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet should be taken approximately 30 minutes following the same meal every day. The most common side effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 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, or ejaculatory problems. These side effects may disappear when you continue to take Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet . Although, if these side effects persist, contact the doctor.

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

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Urinary bladder outlet obstruction.
Swallow Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. This decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the gland muscles. Effectively, it improves the symptoms of BPH like urine flow, hesitancy, and incomplete bladder emptying.

Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland, leading to urinary problems (like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge). Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet  relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
  • 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

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include stomach upset, fainitng, dizziness, headache or blurred vision. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet should be taken with caution in people with liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, a history of prostate cancer, or allergic to tamsulosin. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet should be used 30 minutes after a meal for better results. 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 Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet passes in semen and can affect pregnant women and the foetus (unborn child). So, you should contact your doctor for advice. Do not donate blood while taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet . You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet . Patients taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 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.

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TamsulosinClarithromycin
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TamsulosinVoriconazole
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Drug-Drug Interactions

TamsulosinClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking clarithromycin with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's may increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clarithromycin can be taken with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TamsulosinVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and Voriconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, heart palpitation (irregular heartbeat). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with fosamprenavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and fosamprenavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with Tizanidine will have an additive effect and may lower blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and tizanidine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinItraconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's blood levels may rise when itraconazole and Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's are administered together.

How to manage the interaction:
Itraconazole and Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's may interact, but if a doctor prescribes them, you can still take them. If you develop dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, redness, nasal congestion, a racing heart, or priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sex), you should consult a doctor. Never stop taking any medication without consulting a doctor.
TamsulosinCobicistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with cobicistat may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and cobicistat together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinIndinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with indinavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and indinavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinIdelalisib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with idealisib may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and idealisib together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinPosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with posaconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and posaconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, and stuffy nose. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamsulosinRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's:
Taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's with ritonavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet 15's and ritonavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

  • Avoid drinking less alcohol, caffeine, and fizzy drink. Limit intake of artificial sweeteners.
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly, so you do not feel heavy in the abdomen.
  • 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 that may worsen urinary symptoms (for cold and cough) should be avoided.
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FAQs

Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet is used for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate) and urinary bladder outlet obstruction.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland leading to urinary problems (like difficulty passing urine and frequent urination). Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet  relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet should not be given to children below 18 years and women. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet is recommended for use in male-only. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet should not be given in people with prostate cancer, priapism (persistent painful penile erection unrelated to sexual activity), low blood pressure (hypotension), cataracts and allergic to Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet or sulfa drugs.
No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet should be avoided as it increases the urge to urinate. So, before taking any such medication, please consult your doctor.
No, you are advised not to donate blood if you are taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet . Even if you stop taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet , wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.
Intake of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure leading to orthostatic hypotension. It usually occurs when one suddenly stand from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.
No, Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet does not cure benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) helps in relieving symptoms of the enlarged prostate gland. For better advice, you should consult your doctor.
The side effects of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet include dizziness, drowsiness, sleeplessness, runny nose, low blood pressure and libido (reduced sex drive). If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet can be taken after breakfast or after the first meal of the day. However, some doctors advise taking it at night time after dinner. You should take it approximately 30 minutes after the same meal every day. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet does not increase blood sugar levels. However, if you notice any change in the blood sugar levels while using Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet , consult your doctor as this may indicate a medical condition which needs attention.
No, Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet does not cause any weight gain generally, even on long-term use. However, if you experience any weight gain while taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet , please consult your doctor to identify the cause of the weight gain.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet shows improvement in urine flow in 4 to 8 hours after taking it. However, it may take 2 to 4 weeks to show its full effect.
Yes, you may take Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet with vitamin D as no harmful effects or interactions have been reported when these are used together. However, please consult your doctor before taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet with other medicines or supplements.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet helps in removal of kidney stones through urine. It works by relaxing the urinary tract muscles which makes it easier to remove stones. Use of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet in kidney stones also decreases the need for painkillers.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet widens the blood vessels and leads to the accumulation of blood in the extremities (ends of the arms and limbs). This prevents the proper flow of blood to the brain, which lowers blood pressure on the sudden change in posture. Therefore, the patient may experience dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, spinning sensation, and vertigo.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet can cause floppy eye syndrome in which the iris muscles 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 may have an impact on the surgical outcomes.
Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet relaxes the smooth muscles of the blood vessels and this dilation of the blood vessels can cause a stuffy nose.
No, Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet is not an anticholinergic. Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet is an alpha blocker which relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck, resulting in improved urine flow in patients with benign enlargement of the prostate gland.
No, Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet does not cause frequent urination. In fact, it increases the urine flow and decreases the need to urinate frequently, which is a sign of benign enlargement of the prostate gland. Additionally, this condition leads to a weak stream of urine, making it difficult for the patient to empty their bladder completely.
The long-term use of Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet may increase the chances of having infection, pain, rhinitis (irritation and inflammation of the mucous membrane inside the nose), and pharyngitis (inflammation of the back of the throat). Also, it may cause blackouts, abnormal ejaculation, faintness, dizziness, lightheadedness, and decreased blood pressure.
Try to urinate when you initially feel the urge. However, be careful not to strain or push to empty your bladder. Avoid drinking fluids (especially caffeine, alcohol) a few hours before bedtime or going out. Also, do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor as some medicines may increase your urge to urinate.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking Tamsukem 0.4 Tablet with ibuprofen or paracetamol or other medicines.
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