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Composition :

TAMSULOSIN-0.4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Fdc Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24

Therapeutic Class

ALPHA BLOCKERS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

FDC LIMITED, B-8, MIDC Area, Waluj - 431 136, Dist. Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Other Info - URI0063

FAQs

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland leading to urinary problems (like difficulty passing urine and frequent urination). Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.
Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 18 years and women. Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's is recommended for use in male-only. Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should not be given in people with prostate cancer, priapism (persistent painful penile erection unrelated to sexual activity), low blood pressure (hypotension), cataracts and allergic to Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's or sulfa drugs.
No, taking any cold or cough medication along with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should be avoided as it increases the urge to urinate. So, before taking any such medication, please consult your doctor.
No, you are advised not to donate blood if you are taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's. Even if you stop taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's, wait for at least 6 months and consult your doctor before donating blood.
Intake of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure leading to orthostatic hypotension. It usually occurs when one suddenly stand from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.
No, Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's does not cure benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) helps in relieving symptoms of the enlarged prostate gland. For better advice, you should consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should not be taken with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's as it may cause low blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension), dizziness and drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

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Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's is only for use in male-only and not female.

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Driving

Caution

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's can make some people feel dizzy, so it may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery safely.

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Liver

Caution

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended.

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Kidney

Caution

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should not be taken until prescribed. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is recommended.

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Children

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Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children. The safety and effectiveness of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's have not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children by competent authorities worldwide.

About Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's belongs to the category of medicine known as alpha-blocker, used primarily for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction. Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's are for use by men only and not indicated for use in women. Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's does not cure prostate cancer. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to overproduction of a hormone called ‘dihydrotestosterone’ in men. As the gland enlarges, it can lead to urinary problems, such as difficulty passing urine and frequent urination. Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's helps in getting relief from these symptoms.

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's contains Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland leading to urinary problems (like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge). Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's relaxes the prostate gland’s muscles and urinary bladder neck at the obstruction site, resulting in improved urine flow and reduced BPH symptoms.

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should be taken approximately 30 minutes following the same meal every day. The most common side effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's are low blood pressure (hypotension), dizziness, drowsiness, reduced sex drive (libido), inability to get an erection (impotence), tenderness or enlargement of your breasts (in men), sleeplessness, runny nose, or ejaculatory problems. These side effects may disappear when you continue to take Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's. Although, if these side effects persist, contact the doctor.

Women or children should not take Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's. Please inform your doctor before starting Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's have low blood pressure, liver/kidney disease, history of heart problem. You are also advised to wear a condom while having sexual intercourse, especially when your partner is pregnant, as Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's is known to pass in semen. Do not donate blood while taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's. You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's. Patients taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should be cautioned about driving, operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks as it can cause drowsiness or dizziness. In rare cases, problems of penis erection, ejaculation and pain in the penis. So if these symptoms are for a longer time, immediately contact your doctor.

Uses of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Urinary bladder outlet obstruction.

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Medicinal Benefits

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's contains tamsulosin (alpha-blocker), which primarily treats the enlarged prostate gland. This decreases urinary problems, like difficulty in passing urine and a frequent urination urge. Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's makes it easy to pass urine by relaxing the gland muscles. Effectively, it improves the symptoms of BPH like urine flow, hesitancy, and incomplete bladder emptying.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's

  • Low blood pressure (hypotension)
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Reduced sex drive (libido)
  • Inability to get an erection (impotence)
  • Tenderness or enlargement of your breasts (in men)
  • Sleeplessness
  • Runny nose
  • Ejaculatory problems

Drug Warnings

Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should be taken with caution in people with liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, a history of prostate cancer, or allergic to tamsulosin. Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should be used 30 minutes after a meal for better results. Inform your doctor if you have had a history of heart disease or planning to undergo cataract surgery. During sexual intercourse with your partner, use a condom as Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's passes in semen and can affect pregnant women and the foetus (unborn child). So, you should contact your doctor for advice. Do not donate blood while taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's. You can donate blood six months after you have taken the last dose of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's. Patients taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's should be cautioned about driving, operating machinery, or performing hazardous tasks as it can cause drowsiness or dizziness. In rare cases, problems of penis erection, ejaculation, and pain in the penis can occur. So if these symptoms are for a longer time, immediately contact your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TamsulosinPosaconazole
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TamsulosinVoriconazole
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TamsulosinPosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with posaconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and posaconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, and stuffy nose. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamsulosinVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and Voriconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, heart palpitation (irregular heartbeat). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinIdelalisib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with idealisib may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and idealisib together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with ritonavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and ritonavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking clarithromycin with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's may increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clarithromycin can be taken with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TamsulosinCobicistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with cobicistat may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and cobicistat together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with fosamprenavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and fosamprenavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with telithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and telithromycin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TamsulosinKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with ketoconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and ketoconazole together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TamsulosinAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's with atazanavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's and atazanavir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • DOXYCYCLINE
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  • DICLOFENAC
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  • ATENOLOL
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • PAROXETINE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • METOPROLOL
  • TERAZOSIN
  • INDOMETHACIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Uripro 0.4mg Tablet 10's is not intended for use as an antihypertensive (blood pressure lowering) drug.
  • Don't stand suddenly from a lying or resting position which may increase the risk of falls.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid drinking less alcohol, caffeine, and fizzy drink. Limit intake of artificial sweeteners.
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly, so you do not feel heavy in the abdomen.
  • Also, drink less water in the evening and before sleeping to have a sound sleep and do not wake up frequently for urination.
  • Any medication that may worsen urinary symptoms (for cold and cough) should be avoided.

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