Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Capsules

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Description

Tamsulosin is used in men to treat the symptoms benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) which can cause excess difficulties with urination (pain and frequency). By relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate, urine may flow more easily.

 

Uses

Tamsulosin hydrochloride capsules USP are an alpha adrenoceptor antagonist that can be used for ureteral relaxation to facilitate passage of urinary calculi.

 

How It Works

Tamsulosin Hydrochloride is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.

 

Indications

Tamsulosin hydrochloride capsules are an alpha adrenoceptor antagonist indicated for treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia

• Tamsulosin hydrochloride capsules are not indicated for the treatment of hypertension

Directions

Please use according to your veterinarian's instructions.

 

Precaution

Tamsulosin is contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive to it. Tamsulosin capsules are manufactured in a sustained-release (beads) presentation to avoid rapid absorption and associated hypotensive effects; therefore they should not be crushed or compounded into an oral suspension.

This drug is FDA-approved for human use. However, it is common practice for veterinarians to prescribe such drugs for use in dogs and cats.

 

Side Effects

Side-effects such as temporary ejaculate volume reduction may result in temporary infertility in some dogs. Higher dosages could cause hypotension. Signs of toxicity may include excessive salivation, lethargy, redness of eyes, excessive lacrimation, tremors, ataxia, lethargy and vomiting. If any of these symptoms occur discontinue use and contact your Veterinarian.

 

Storage

Store at 77°F. Excursions permitted to 59° - 86°F.