Introduction

Uses of Tamlosin

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Side effects of Tamlosin

Retrograde ejaculation
Dizziness
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

How to use Tamlosin

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tamlosin is to be taken with food.

How Tamlosin works

Tamlosin is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily. This helps empty the bladder completely and reduces the need to pass urine frequently or urgently in BPH.

What if you forget to take Tamlosin?

If you miss a dose of Tamlosin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Veltam 0.4 Tablet MR helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.
Veltam 0.4 Tablet MR must be taken with food.
You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.
Veltam 0.4 Tablet MR may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Veltam 0.4 Tablet MR.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Tamlosin may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Tamlosin is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Tamlosin is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Tamlosin does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Tamlosin is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Tamlosin is recommended.\nHowever, limited information is available on the use of Tamlosin in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Tamlosin should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tamlosin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.