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Tamsulosin Hydrochloride


For the effective & convenient treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms due to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Controlled-release Tablets 0.4 mgFLOMAX CR

Canada Statistics:Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms due to BPH

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is distinguished by the progressive development of LUTS which starts to affect men in their forties and is prevalent in men in their sixties and older.1

The number of Canadian men aged 50 or more was 4.7 million in 2005 and this group is projected to rise to 6.6 million by 2018, a 39.5% increase.1

The number of men aged 50 and older estimated to have moderate to severe LUTS in 2005 was 1.8 million. By 2018, this number is predicted to grow to 2.6 million, a rise of 41.3%. 1

Need for a effective and convenient drug for the treatment of LUTS:

Obstructive Symptoms Irritative Symptoms

Controlled-release Tablets0.4 mgFLOMAX CR



Poor stream Hesitancy Incomplete Voiding Terminal dribbling

Obstructive Symptoms

For the effective & convenient treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms due to BPH




Irritative Symptoms

Frequency Urgency Nocturia Incontinence

For the effective & convenient treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms due to BPH




Effective• Significant improvement in both irritative and obstructive symptoms

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Effect on Total I-PSS in the 3 month studies

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Effective• Fast onset of action with significant decrease in I-PSS at 2 to 4 weeks

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Mean Change from Baseline in Total I-PSS over Time in the Placebo and Active-Controlled Study

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Convenient• Each tablet of 0.4 mg to be taken just once daily with or without food

References:1.Rawson N, Saad F. The aging male population and medical care for benign prostatic hyperplasia in CanadaCan Urol Assoc J. 2010 April; 4(2): 123–127.2.Narayan P, Evans CP, Moon T. Long-term safety and efficacy of tamsulosin for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia. J Urol. 2003 Aug;170(2 Pt 1):498-502.3.Chapple CR, Baert L, Thind P, Hofner K, Khoe GS, Spangberg A. Tamsulosin 0.4 mg once daily: tolerability in older and younger patients with lower urinary tract symptoms suggestive of benign prostatic obstruction (symptomatic BPH). The European Tamsulosin Study Group. Eur Urol. 1997;32(4):462-70.

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Product InformationFlomax CR is a medication used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate by relaxing the muscle of the prostate and the opening of the bladder. Flomax CR does not, however, shrink the prostate or treat the underlying cause.Side Effects of Flomax CRThe more common side effects include an abnormal ejaculation, diarrhea, back pains and head aches, dizziness, a stuffy or runny nose and body weakness. Less common side effects include decreased sexual performance, drowsiness, nausea, sleeplessness and faintness. Serious but rare side effects include chest pains and priapism. If these rare side effects occur a doctor should be contacted as soon as possible to avoid possible medical problems. It's possible to experience side effects other than those listed. Any troublesome or painful side effects of Flomax CR should be discussed with a doctor.Safety Information:Flomax CR should not be taken by everyone. Women, children and those sensitive to tamsulosin should avoid taking this medication. In addition, a number of other drugs may interact with tamsulosin. These medications include the following: blood pressure-lowering medications like enalapril, doxazosin, ccimetidine, prazosin, warfarin and terazosin. If you are taking any of these medications it's important to speak with a doctor about possible interactions. Your doctor may recommend you discontinue use of one medication, change to another, change how you take both medications or do nothing. Individuals with a history of prostate cancer, priapism or orthostatic hypotension should also speak with their doctor before beginning Flomax CR.Dosage:Tablet/pill 0.4mg dailyVisual Description:Flomax CR is available in tablet form only at 0.4mg strength. Tablets are small and coated and must be swallowed whole. Warnings and PrecautionsRarely, fainting can occur during the use of FLOMAX CR, as with other medicinal products of this type. At the first signs of dizziness or weakness you should sit or lie down until they have disappeared.FLOMAX CR should not be used in women or children.




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