HARNAL (Tamsulosin) 0.4mg Tab 30's

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Tamsulosin

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medicine belongs to a group of medications known as alpha-1 blockers. It is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition where the prostate gland is enlarged due to a non-cancerous growth and this is caused by overproduction of a hormone called dihydrotestosterone. The prostate is close to the bladder, therefore enlargement of the prostate gland can affect the flow of urine. This leads to urinary symptoms such as a weak or interrupted urine flow, frequent or urgent need to urinate. The medication works by relaxing the muscles of the prostate gland and bladder exit to help relieve these symptoms. This medicine can be used alone or with another medication called dutasteride to treat enlarged prostate gland. This medication may also be used for other conditions. Check with your healthcare professional if you are unsure why you are given this medication.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medication exactly as directed by your doctor/pharmacist or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed. You may take this medication with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet as this can affect the release of medication into your body. The first tablet of a new dose should be taken at bedtime, and subsequently at the same time each day. This medicine must be taken regularly for it to be effective. Continue taking this medicine even when you feel better. Do not stop taking it unless instructed by the doctor.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication can cause the following side effects: - Dizziness, light-headedness or fainting - Drowsiness. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe