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Tamsukem Plus Tablet 10's

Tamsukem Plus Tablet 10's

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

for this medicine

About Tamsukem Plus Tablet

Tamsukem Plus Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat kidney stones. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits made up of calcium, phosphate and other minerals/acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. Tamsukem Plus Tablet may also help provide relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation associated with kidney stones.
 
Tamsukem Plus Tablet contains Tamsulosin and Deflazacort. Tamsulosin relaxes the muscles around the bladder, and prostate gland, thereby eases the passage of kidney stones. Deflazacort reduces inflammation in the kidneys; this promotes the passage of stones via urine. Together, Tamsukem Plus Tablet helps treat kidney stones.
 
You are advised to take Tamsukem Plus Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhoea, and cold symptoms. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Limited information is available regarding the usage of Tamsukem Plus Tablet in children; talk to a doctor if you have any concerns. It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Tamsukem Plus Tablet , so please consult a doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Tamsukem Plus Tablet

Treatment of Kidney stones

Medicinal Benefits

Tamsukem Plus Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Tamsulosin and Deflazacort. Tamsukem Plus Tablet is used to treat kidney stones. Tamsulosin is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles around the bladder and prostate gland, thereby eases the passage of kidney stones. Deflazacort is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation in the kidneys; this promotes the passage of stones via urine. Together, Tamsukem Plus Tablet helps treat kidney stones. Tamsukem Plus Tablet helps provide relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation associated with kidney stones.

Directions for Use

Take Tamsukem Plus Tablet with food. Swallow Tamsukem Plus Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tamsukem Plus Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Cold symptoms

Drug Warnings

Do not take Tamsukem Plus Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart problems, fluid retention, diabetes, stomach/intestinal disorder, glaucoma, low bone mineral density, thyroid, adrenal gland, pituitary gland, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/nonprescription medicines or herbal products before starting Tamsukem Plus Tablet .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Tamsukem Plus Tablet may interact with anti-hypertensive (diltiazem, metoprolol), anti-depressant (duloxetine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming grapefruit/grapefruit juice while taking Tamsukem Plus Tablet as it can cause unwanted side effects.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have gastrointestinal obstruction, infections, glaucoma, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DILTIAZEM
  • METOPROLOL
  • DULOXETINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids as they help in flushing out excess minerals.
  • Limit salt intake. High amounts of salt can increase the risk of kidney stones.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
  • Avoid foods rich in oxalates, such as spinach, nuts, okra, dates, avocado, hot chocolate, cocoa, baked potato, french fries, and cereals, as they might increase the risk of oxalate stones.
  • Try maintaining optimum levels of calcium in the body as too little or high calcium can lead to kidney stones.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Kidney stones: Nephrolithiasis, also known as kidney stones, is a disease affecting the urinary tract. Kidney stones are small, hard deposits of calcium, phosphate, and other minerals/acid salts that stick together in concentrated urine. They are the common cause of blood in urine and can be painful when passing through the urinary tract. Symptoms include severe pain, usually in one side of the abdomen, and nausea. 

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Tamsukem Plus Tablet . Please consult a doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Tamsukem Plus Tablet during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Tamsukem Plus Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

It is unknown if Tamsukem Plus Tablet affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Tamsukem Plus Tablet in patients with hepatic impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have liver problems or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Tamsukem Plus Tablet in patients with kidney problems. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Tamsukem Plus Tablet in children. Consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Other Info - TAM0265

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FAQs

Tamsukem Plus Tablet is used to treat kidney stones.
Tamsukem Plus Tablet contains tamsulosin and deflazacort. Tamsulosin relaxes the muscles around the bladder and prostate gland, thereby eases the passage of stones. Deflazacort reduces inflammation in the kidneys; this promotes the passage of stones via urine. Together, Tamsukem Plus Tablet helps treat kidney stones.
Do not discontinue Tamsukem Plus Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Tamsukem Plus Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Tamsukem Plus Tablet .
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Tamsukem Plus Tablet . Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
If you miss a dose, try to take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose instead. Avoid taking a double dose as it can cause overdose or unpleasant side effects.
Weight gain could be a side effect of Tamsukem Plus Tablet . Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly and eating healthy food. Talk to your doctor if you notice severe weight gain.
Tamsukem Plus Tablet contains deflazacort; therefore, consult your doctor before taking live vaccines, as you can develop a serious infection.

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