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Tamgress, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Enlarged Prostate are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Tamgress is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tamgress have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Tamgress go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tamgress is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Tamgress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma must refrain from the use of Tamgress since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tamgress contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Tamgress have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tamgress is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Tamgress 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 Tamgress safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Tamgress for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Tamgress safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Tamgress on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Tamgress will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Tamgress on the Kidneys?
Tamgress is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tamgress on the Liver?
Tamgress is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tamgress on the Heart?
Tamgress is not harmful for the heart.
Tamgress 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 Tamgress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tamgress habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tamgress is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Tamgress since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Tamgress should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tamgress for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tamgress
Taking Tamgress with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tamgress
Consumption of alcohol and Tamgress together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Tamgress consumption may cause constipation. Constipation can be relieved by drinking a lot of water, eating lots of fiber, taking probiotics, exercising regularly or taking an over the counter laxative. Talk to your doctor for managing constipation, should you develop the same.
No, Tamgress is not a diuretic. It is rather an alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.
Yes, Tamgress 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.
Rarely, Tamgress 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 Tamgress, please inform your doctor immediately.
No, Tamgress 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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