Tamfil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tamfil Benefits & Uses

Tamfil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Tamfil 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

Tamfil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tamfil is used -

Moderate

Ejaculation disorder

Mild

Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Cough
Diarrhoea
Insomnia
Running nose
Sinus inflammation
Rash

Unknown

Impotence
Sore throat

Tamfil Related Warnings

Is the use of Tamfil safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Tamfil for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Tamfil safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Tamfil for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tamfil on the Kidneys?

Tamfil is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tamfil on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Tamfil on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tamfil on the Heart?

Using Tamfil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tamfil with Other Drugs

Tamfil 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

Tamfil Contraindications

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

Prostate Cancer
Low Blood Pressure
Glaucoma
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tamfil

Is this Tamfil habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Tamfil.

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

Tamfil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Tamfil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Tamfil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Tamfil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tamfil

Taking Tamfil with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tamfil

Taking alcohol with Tamfil can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tamfil

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Tamfil cause allergy?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tamfil may cause an allergic reaction causing hives, rash, and itching. It may also cause swelling of the eyes, tongue, lips, arms, ankles, throat, feet and lower legs. If you suffer from any of these reactions, please inform your doctor immediately. He may ask you to discontinue using Tamfil.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tamfil affect blood pressure?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, Tamfil 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Tamfil a diuretic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Tamfil is not a diuretic. It is rather an alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Tamfil?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Tamfil 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 Tamfil cause retrograde ejaculation?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Tamfil 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.