Consistam 0.2 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Consistam Information

Consistam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Enlarged Prostate are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Consistam. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Consistam have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Consistam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Consistam is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Consistam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Consistam related warnings section.

Consistam is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Consistam are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Consistam may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Consistam is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Consistam Benefits & Uses
Consistam Dosage & How to Take
Consistam Side Effects
Consistam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Consistam with Other Drugs
Consistam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Consistam
Consistam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Consistam Benefits & Uses

Consistam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Consistam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Consistam Related Warnings

Is the use of Consistam safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Consistam on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Consistam safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Consistam in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Consistam on the Kidneys?

Using Consistam does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Consistam on the Liver?

Consistam is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Consistam on the Heart?

You can take Consistam without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Consistam with Other Drugs

Consistam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Doxazosin

Amiodarone

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Consistam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Consistam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Prostate Cancer
Low Blood Pressure
Glaucoma
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Consistam

Is this Consistam habit forming or addictive?

Consistam does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Consistam since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Consistam only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Consistam is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Consistam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Consistam

It is safe to take Consistam with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Consistam

Consumption of alcohol and Consistam together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Consistam

Question about 5 years ago

Does Consistam cause weight gain?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, Consistam doesn't cause weight gain. Weight gain can be prevented or managed by eating small, frequent meals and adding some physical activity to the routine.

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Consistam?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to use Consistam. It should be used strictly under a doctor's supervisions and one must comply with all the recommendations. One must not take more or less of Consistam or take it more or less frequently as per his/her will. In some people, however, Consistam may cause certain side effects like blurred vision, sleepiness, difficulty in ejaculating, sore throat, weakness, etc. Please inform your doctor if you suffer from any of these side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Consistam cause retrograde ejaculation?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Consistam doesn't cause retrograde ejaculation. Retrograde ejaculation occurs when there is an abnormal ejaculation, reduced ejaculate volume and ejaculation force, absence of seminal emission and backflow of the seminal fluid from the urethra to the bladder.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I take Consistam?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

You can take Consistam for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take an extra dose or a high dose without informing your doctor. Also, do not discontinue taking Consistam on your own as that might cause serious adverse effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Consistam?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Consistam is a brand name for tamsulosin. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in men for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH) which may comprise painful urination, difficulty in urinating (incomplete bladder emptying, hesitation, dribbling, weak stream), urgency and frequency. It is also used for the treatment of chronic prostatitis (off-label).