Tamsulosin (oral): What Should I Avoid While Taking Tamsulosin


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What should I avoid while taking tamsulosin?


dizzy Tamsulosin can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.

noalcohol Avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase dizziness caused by tamsulosin.


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Last updated: July 01, 2008

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