Tamsukem Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tamsukem Tablet Benefits & Uses

Tamsukem Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Tamsukem Tablet 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

Tamsukem Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Tamsukem Tablet safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Tamsukem will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Tamsukem Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Tamsukem Tablet on the Kidneys?

Tamsukem is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tamsukem Tablet on the Liver?

Using Tamsukem does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tamsukem Tablet on the Heart?

Tamsukem is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tamsukem Tablet with Other Drugs

Tamsukem Tablet 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

Tamsukem Tablet Contraindications

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

Prostate Cancer
Low Blood Pressure
Glaucoma
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tamsukem Tablet

Is this Tamsukem Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Tamsukem Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

Tamsukem Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Tamsukem Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Tamsukem Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Tamsukem Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tamsukem Tablet

Taking Tamsukem Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tamsukem Tablet

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tamsukem Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tamsukem affect blood pressure?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, Tamsukem 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Tamsukem?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Tamsukem 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Tamsukem cause retrograde ejaculation?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Tamsukem 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Tamsukem used for kidney stones?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Tamsukem is used for the expulsion of large kidney stones. It is presumed that Tamsukem helps in expulsion of kidney stones by relaxing the ureter and reducing the ureteral spasm which allows easy passage of the stone.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Tamsukem cause persistent erection (Priapism)?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Tamsukem 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 Tamsukem, please inform your doctor immediately.