Tamsulosin hydrochloride - Benign prostatic hyperplasia
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Status 1
Green
Formulations :
- Modified release capsules
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Restrictions / Comments :
Preferred
Documentation
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PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Tamsulosin hydrochloride
Indication :
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
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Keywords :
BPH, LUTS, urinary tract symptoms, urinary frequency, urinary incontinence
Brand Names Include :
Flomax, Diffundox, Tabphyn, Flomaxtra
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Traffic Light Entries :
2
Other Indications
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Other Drugs
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Committee Recommendations (1)
Where an alpha blocker is indicated, the PCN recommend one of the following as a 1st-line treatment option:
- Tamsulosin (modified release) – GREEN (NOTE - prescribe as generic capsules)
- Doxazosin (immediate release) – GREEN (NOTE - XL / modified release preparations are considered BLACK)
Alfuzosin is more costly and is therefore not recommended as a 1st-line option.
Terazosin is reserved for patients with hepatic or renal failure since no dose adjustment is required in these patient groups.