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Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ALPHA BLOCKERS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1-11-3 Nishi-Ichinoe, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, 132-0023, Japa
Other Info - TAM0121

FAQs

Tampure-0.4 Tablet contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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, Tampure-0.4 Tablet does not cure benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) permanently but helps relieve the enlarged prostate gland symptoms. For better advice, you should consult your doctor.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet should not be given to the children below 18 years, and women. Tampure-0.4 Tablet is recommended for use in male-only. Tampure-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), cataract, and allergic to Tampure-0.4 Tablet or sulfa drugs.

Intake of Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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 Tampure-0.4 Tablet . Even if you stop taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet , wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.

No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.

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Alcohol

Caution

Tampure-0.4 Tablet should not be taken with Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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

Tampure-0.4 Tablet is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Tampure-0.4 Tablet is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Driving

Caution

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

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Liver

Caution

Tampure-0.4 Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended.

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Kidney

Caution

Tampure-0.4 Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is recommended.

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Children

Unsafe

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

About Tampure-0.4 Tablet

Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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. Tampure-0.4 Tablet is for use by men only and not indicated for use by women. Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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. Tampure-0.4 Tablet helps in getting relief from these symptoms.

Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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). Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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 Tampure-0.4 Tablet as prescribed. The most common side effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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 Tampure-0.4 Tablet . Although, if these side effects persist, contact the doctor. 

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

Uses of Tampure-0.4 Tablet

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

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Medicinal Benefits

Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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. Tampure-0.4 Tablet  decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge. Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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 Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.

Side Effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet

  • 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

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

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Tampure-0.4 Tablet blood levels may rise when itraconazole and Tampure-0.4 Tablet are administered together.

How to manage the interaction:
Itraconazole and Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with atazanavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet and atazanavir 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.
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with Tizanidine will have an additive effect and may lower blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with ketoconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet and ketoconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a 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 a doctor.
TamsulosinTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with telithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet and telithromycin 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.
TamsulosinCobicistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with cobicistat may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.
TamsulosinIdelalisib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with idealisib may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking clarithromycin with Tampure-0.4 Tablet may increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clarithromycin can be taken with Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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.
How does the drug interact with Tampure-0.4 Tablet:
Taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet with ritonavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Tampure-0.4 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Tampure-0.4 Tablet 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).

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.

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