CONTIFLO ICON 0.4MG TAB

Description

Composition:

• Active Ingredient: Tamsulosin 0.4 mg

Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Pack Size: 10 tablets per strip

Uses:

• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Relieves urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate, such as difficulty in passing urine, frequent urination, and weak urine flow.

Mechanism of Action:
Tamsulosin selectively inhibits alpha-1 receptors in the smooth muscles of the prostate and bladder neck, leading to muscle relaxation and improved urine flow.

Dosage:

• Administration: Take one tablet daily, approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day.

• Instructions: Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew.

Side Effects:

• Common: Dizziness, headache, runny nose, abdominal pain, back pain, chest pain, nausea.

• Less Common: Ejaculation disorders, retrograde ejaculation, decreased libido, drowsiness, insomnia .

Precautions:

• Contraindications: Not recommended for use in women or children.

• Caution: Use with caution in individuals with liver or kidney problems, low blood pressure, or a history of heart disease.

• Surgical Considerations: Inform your doctor if you are undergoing cataract or glaucoma surgery, as tamsulosin may increase the risk of intraoperative floppy iris syndrome.

• Driving and Operating Machinery: May cause dizziness or drowsiness; avoid engaging in activities requiring full alertness until you know how the medication affects you.

Drug Interactions:

• Potential Interactions: Inform your doctor about all medications you are taking, including blood pressure medications, antifungals, and antidepressants, as they may interact with tamsulosin.