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Tamsulosin Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: Gamcet®

Strength: 0.4 mg | Form: Prolonged Release Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 46.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Tamsulosin Hydrochloride

Class: | Alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist Use: | Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) to improve urinary flow and reduce symptoms associated with BPH Adult dose: | 0.4 mg once daily, administered approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day; may be increased to 0.8 mg once daily if necessary Pediatric dose: | Not established; not recommended for use in pediatric patients Side effects: | Dizziness, headache, fatigue, orthostatic hypotension, ejaculatory dysfunction, nasal

Drug Class

Alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist

Uses & Indications

Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) to improve urinary flow and reduce symptoms associated with BPH

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Dar Al Dawa Development & Investment Co. Ltd., JORDAN

Package Size

30's (10's Blister x 3)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 46.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

0.4 mg once daily, administered approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day; may be increased to 0.8 mg once daily if necessary

Pediatric Dose

Not established; not recommended for use in pediatric patients

Side Effects

Dizziness, headache, fatigue, orthostatic hypotension, ejaculatory dysfunction, nasal congestion

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to tamsulosin or any component of the formulation; severe hepatic impairment

Important Warnings

Risk of orthostatic hypotension; may cause intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS) during cataract surgery; caution in patients with a history of prostate cancer or severe renal impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Tamsulosin Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

Eziflo 0.4 mg Tablets FOKUSIN MR 0.4 mg Capsules Gamcet® 0.4 mg Prolonged Release Tablets OD-TAM 0.4 mg Capsules OD-TAM 0.4 mg Capsules OMNIC 0.4 mg Capsules OMNIC OCAS 0.4 mg Tablets PROSTA-TAB PR 0.4 mg Prolonged Release Tablets PROSTULOSIN 0.4 mg Prolonged Release Tablets TAMICTOR 0.4 mg Capsules

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Alfuzosin Hydrochloride Alfuzosin Hydrochloride Alfuzosin Hydrochloride Alfuzosin Hydrochloride Alfuzosin Hydrochloride Alfuzosin Hydrochloride Doxazosin Mesilate (Mesylate) Doxazosin Mesilate (Mesylate)

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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