It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Novo-Tamsulosin before taking it.
What is Novo-Tamsulosin
Treating enlarged prostate. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Novo-Tamsulosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing muscles in the prostate and bladder, which helps to improve urine flow and reduce symptoms of BPH.
Important safety information:
Novo-Tamsulosin may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, lightheadedness, or fainting. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Novo-Tamsulosin with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Novo-Tamsulosin may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
It may take up to 2 to 4 weeks for Novo-Tamsulosin to work fully. Do not stop using Novo-Tamsulosin or change your dose of Novo-Tamsulosin without checking with your doctor.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Novo-Tamsulosin before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Novo-Tamsulosin may rarely cause a prolonged, painful erection. This could happen even when you are not having sex. If this is not treated right away, it could lead to permanent sexual problems such as impotence. Contact your doctor right away if this happens.
You will need to have regular check-ups with your doctor while you are using Novo-Tamsulosin. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Novo-Tamsulosin can cause harm to the fetus. It is not known if Novo-Tamsulosin is found in breast milk. Novo-Tamsulosin is not approved for use in women.
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Novo-Tamsulosin side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Back pain; cough; decreased sexual ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; headache; light-headedness; runny or stuffy nose; sinus inflammation; trouble sleeping; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, throat, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); blurred vision; chest pain; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; prolonged, painful erection; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe of persistent dizziness or light-headedness; shortness of breath.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Novo-Tamsulosin - Frequently asked Questions
Can Novo-Tamsulosin be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Novo-Tamsulosin?
Some medical conditions may interact with Novo-Tamsulosin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines or other substances
if you have had a severe allergic reaction to any sulfonamide (sulfa) medicine, such as acetazolamide, celecoxib, certain diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide), sulfonylureas (eg, glyburide), probenecid, sulfamethoxazole, valdecoxib, or zonisamide
if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, high or low blood pressure, or prostate cancer
if you will be having certain types of eye surgery (eg, cataract or glaucoma surgery)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Novo-Tamsulosin. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Alpha-blockers (eg, prazosin) or phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors (eg, sildenafil) because symptoms of low blood pressure (eg, severe dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting) may occur
Azole antifungals (eg, fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole), cimetidine, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), macrolide antibiotics (eg, clarithromycin, erythromycin), nefazodone, serotonin specific reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine, paroxetine), telithromycin, or terbinafine because they may increase the risk of tamsulosin's side effects
Warfarin because the risk of side effects may be increased
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Novo-Tamsulosin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Novo-Tamsulosin?
Use Novo-Tamsulosin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
An extra patient leaflet is available with Novo-Tamsulosin. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
Take Novo-Tamsulosin by mouth 30 minutes after eating the same meal each day.
Swallow Novo-Tamsulosin whole. Do not break, crush, chew, or open capsules before swallowing.
If you miss a dose of Novo-Tamsulosin, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. If you miss taking Novo-Tamsulosin for several days, contact your doctor for instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Novo-Tamsulosin.
Can Novo-Tamsulosin be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Novo-Tamsulosin be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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