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Tamflo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The optimal dosage of Tamflo is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tamflo have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Tamflo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tamflo is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Tamflo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tamflo can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tamflo in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma. Other contraindications of Tamflo have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Tamflo may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tamflo is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Tamflo is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Tamflo safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Tamflo for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Tamflo safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Tamflo for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Tamflo on the Kidneys?
Tamflo is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tamflo on the Liver?
Tamflo does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Tamflo on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Tamflo for the heart.
Tamflo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tamflo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tamflo habit forming or addictive?
Tamflo is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tamflo does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Tamflo is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tamflo for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tamflo
You can take Tamflo with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tamflo
Taking alcohol with Tamflo can be dangerous.
No, Tamflo is not a diuretic. It is rather an alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.
Tamflo is available as a capsule and tablet to be taken by mouth in an empty stomach because food can delay the absorption of this drug and also decrease its bioavailability. Precaution must be taken in the patient with prostate cancer, sulfa allergy, and Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome.
Yes, Tamflo has the potential to lower the blood pressure and cause hypotension. Low blood pressure can be avoided or managed by drinking lots of fluids, taking food rich in B12 and folate, taking adequate salt, and by taking caffeine.
No, Tamflo 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.
Rarely, Tamflo causes a persistent painful penile erection which is not related to an intercourse. This condition is known as priapism. If not treated properly, this condition can cause permanent impotence. Therefore, if you suffer from any such condition while taking Tamflo, please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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