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Tamflo DFZ Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tamflo DFZ Capsule. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tamflo DFZ Capsule as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tamflo DFZ Capsule normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Tamflo DFZ Capsule has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tamflo DFZ Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tamflo DFZ Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tamflo DFZ Capsule in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma. Other contraindications of Tamflo DFZ Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Tamflo DFZ Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Tamflo DFZ Capsule is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Tamflo DFZ Capsule 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 DFZ Capsule 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 DFZ Capsule 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 DFZ Capsule on the Kidneys?
Tamflo is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tamflo DFZ Capsule on the Liver?
Tamflo does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Tamflo DFZ Capsule on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Tamflo for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tamflo DFZ Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tamflo DFZ Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Tamflo DFZ Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tamflo DFZ Capsule does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Tamflo DFZ Capsule 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 DFZ Capsule for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tamflo DFZ Capsule
You can take Tamflo DFZ Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tamflo DFZ Capsule
Taking alcohol with Tamflo DFZ Capsule 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.
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References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 142-143
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1172-1173
