Tambest 0.4 Tablet

Composition of Tambest 0.4 Tablet

Tambest 0.4 Tablet contains Tamsulosin 0.4 mg (modified/extended release). It belongs to the Alpha-1 adrenergic blocker (uroselective) class of medicines.

Uses of Tambest 0.4 Tablet

• Treatment of symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) such as difficulty in urination
• weak stream
• increased frequency/urgency and incomplete bladder emptying.

Key benefits

• Improves urine flow
• Reduces urinary frequency and urgency
• Decreases straining during urination
• Relieves BPH symptoms
• Helps empty bladder better

How Tambest 0.4 Tablet works

Tamsulosin is a selective alpha-1A adrenergic receptor blocker that relaxes smooth muscles in the prostate and bladder neck. This reduces resistance to urine flow and improves urinary symptoms in BPH.

How to take Tambest 0.4 Tablet

Take by mouth as advised by the doctor, usually once daily after the same meal each day (commonly after breakfast). Swallow the tablet/capsule whole; do not crush or chew modified-release forms. If a dose is missed, take the next dose at the usual time; do not double the dose.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may be harmful — seek medical advice immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Tambest 0.4 Tablet

Most side effects of Tambest are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Dizziness
• headache
• weakness
• nasal congestion/runny nose
• abnormal ejaculation (reduced/semen backflow)
• nausea
• orthostatic hypotension
• palpitations

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Tambest 0.4 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

May cause dizziness/fainting due to low blood pressure—rise slowly from sitting/lying positions and use caution while driving. Inform your eye surgeon before cataract/glaucoma surgery (risk of Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome). Use with caution in severe liver impairment; caution in severe kidney disease. Not indicated for women and children. Seek urgent care for allergic reactions or painful prolonged erection (priapism).

Do not take Tambest if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will confirm this medicine is suitable for you.

Interactions with other medicines

Other alpha-blockers (prazosin, doxazosin, terazosin), antihypertensives, PDE5 inhibitors (sildenafil, tadalafil) may increase risk of hypotension; strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir) and CYP2D6 inhibitors (paroxetine) can increase tamsulosin levels; cimetidine may increase levels; diclofenac/warfarin may affect clearance (monitor).

How to store Tambest 0.4 Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from moisture and light. Keep in original pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Tambest 0.4 Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and complete the course. Keep your follow-up appointments and any monitoring blood tests.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ZYCRIS HEALTHCARE

Therapeutic class:

Urology (BPH therapy)

Drug class:

Alpha-1 adrenergic blocker (uroselective)