Tamsulosin (oral): What Should I Discuss With My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Tamsulosin


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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking tamsulosin?


donot Do not use this medication if you are allergic to tamsulosin, or if you are also taking any other alpha adrenergic blockers such as alfusozin (Uroxatral), doxazosin (Cardura), prazosin (Minipress), or Terazosin (Hytrin).

Before taking tamsulosin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have prostate cancer.

If you will be having cataract surgery, tell the surgeon that you are taking tamsulosin.

FDA pregnancy category B. Tamsulosin is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby.

nochild Tamsulosin is not for use in children.


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Last updated: July 01, 2008

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