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Urimax 0.4 Capsule
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (0.4 mg)
Urimax 0.4 Capsule is used for improves urine flow, reduces urinary symptoms, treats enlarged prostate.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹324₹16.22 per capsule
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Key details
Salt: Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (0.4 mg)
Available variants: capsule 20 Capsules
Best price: ₹324 (₹16.22 per capsule)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: CIPLA LIMITED
Ordering notes
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Composition of Urimax 0.4 Capsule
Urimax 0.4 Capsule contains Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (0.4 mg). It belongs to the Prescription-only medicine class of medicines.
Uses of Urimax 0.4 Capsule
- Improves urine flow
- reduces urinary symptoms
- treats enlarged prostate
Key benefits
- Prescribed for your specific condition
How Urimax 0.4 Capsule works
Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily. This helps empty the bladder completely and reduces the need to pass urine frequently or urgently in BPH.
How to take Urimax 0.4 Capsule
Take as directed by the physician, usually once daily. Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the capsule.
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 Urimax 0.4 Capsule
Most side effects of Urimax are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Retrograde ejaculation Dizziness Nasal congestion
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 Urimax 0.4 Capsule
| Pregnancy | Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR is probably safe to use during pregnancy.<br/>Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby. |
| Alcohol | Taking tamsulosin with alcohol may lower your blood pressure. This can cause dizziness or feeling like you might pass out, especially when getting up from a sitting or lying position. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR is recommended.<br/>However, limited information is available on the use of Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
This is a prescription-only medicine. Take it exactly as your doctor has directed, for the period directed. Do not share it with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem the same. Tell your doctor about every other medicine, supplement and herbal product you take. Report any unexpected or severe symptom to your doctor rather than stopping on your own.
Do not take Urimax 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
Give your doctor and pharmacist a full list of everything you take.
How to store Urimax 0.4 Capsule
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Urimax 0.4 Capsule
<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.</div></li> <li><div>Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR must be taken with food.</div></li> <li><div>You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.</div></li> <li>Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.</li> <li>If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR.</li> <li>Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- Prescription medicine
- Drug class:
- Prescription-only medicine
Substitutes for Urimax 0.4 Capsule
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (0.4 mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Urimax 0.4 Capsule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampil 0.4 CapsuleHIGLANCE | capsule · 10`S | ₹111 | 66% cheaper |
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Urimax 0.4 Capsule FAQs
What is Urimax 0.4 Capsule used for?
Urimax 0.4 Capsule is commonly used for Improves urine flow, reduces urinary symptoms, treats enlarged prostate. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Urimax 0.4 Capsule?
Urimax 0.4 Capsule contains Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (0.4 mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Urimax 0.4 Capsule?
Take as directed by the physician, usually once daily. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Urimax 0.4 Capsule work?
Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR is an alpha blocker.
Is Urimax 0.4 Capsule a prescription medicine?
Yes. Urimax 0.4 Capsule is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Urimax 0.4 Capsule?
The side effects reported most often with Urimax are Retrograde ejaculation
Dizziness
Nasal congestion. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Urimax 0.4 Capsule be taken during pregnancy?
Urimax 0.4 Capsule MR is probably safe to use during pregnancy.<br/>Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Urimax.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Urimax 0.4 Capsule?
Taking tamsulosin with alcohol may lower your blood pressure.
What if I miss a dose of Urimax 0.4 Capsule?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Urimax 0.4 Capsule habit forming?
No. Urimax 0.4 Capsule is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Urimax 0.4 Capsule?
Tampil 0.4 Capsule has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹111 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Urimax 0.4 Capsule cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Urimax 0.4 Capsule starts at ₹324 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in capsule 20 Capsules. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Urimax 0.4 Capsule?
Urimax 0.4 Capsule is manufactured by CIPLA LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Urimax 0.4 Capsule delivered?
Urimax 0.4 Capsule is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Urimax 0.4 Capsule, Quick facts
- Salt
- Tamsulosin Hydrochloride (0.4 mg)
- Form
- capsule
- Best price
- ₹324 (₹16.22 per capsule)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Manufacturer
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- Prescription medicine
- Drug class
- Prescription-only medicine
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- capsule 20 Capsules
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Urimax 0.4 Capsule is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Urimax 0.4 Capsule.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.