Flomax Relief MR reduces the symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) , where the prostate gland becomes swollen and interferes with the emptying of the bladder through the urethra, the small tube that connects to the bladder through the penis. This results in a frequent need to urinate which is most noticeable at night, a weak flow of urine and a feeling that your bladder hasn't completely emptied. This is a common condition, with 1 in 4 men over the age of 40 suffering.

Flomax Relief MR  works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate gland itself, and this reduces the constriction on the urethra which passes through it. It also relaxes the muscle tone in the urethra itself which also increases urine flow. Benefit can often be felt in one or two weeks, though this may take longer to achieve the full effect.

Flomax Relief MR is available in two pack sizes:

• Flomax Relief MR (14 Capsules) Starter Pack
• Flomax Relief MR (28 Capsules) Continuation Pack

To Confirm if Flomax Relief is suitable for you to use see the Flomax Relief Symptom Checklist.. We also need the answers to these questions before we can sell this product.

Flomax Relief contains Tamsulosin 400mg, which is an 'alpha blockers' (or alpha 1A-adrenoceptor antagonists). This has been available as a prescription only product for many years and has established itself as a safe and effective product for BPH. From April 2010 it is available as a Pharmacy-Only Medicine.

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See Also Prostate Health
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Related Articles : BPH - Benign Prostate Hyperplasia ::

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How to take Flomax Relief:

Only for men 45 to 75 years of age

• Take one capsule each day
• Take Flomax at the same time each day, after meal
• Swallow the capsule whole with water
• Do not crush, chew, or open the capsules

Make a note of the date you start taking Flomax Relief

After 2 weeks: If you are using Flomax Relief for the first time and you have not got any better after 2 weeks, or if you get worse, you must stop taking this medicine and ask your pharmacist or doctor for further advice.

Within 6 weeks: You should see your doctor within 6 weeks of starting treatment to confirm that your symptoms are due to BPH.

Every 12 months: You should see your doctor every 12 months to check your prostate. See the doctor sooner if your symptoms change or get worse

Always read the full information with your own product 

If you forget to take Flomax:

• Take your capsule later the same day after food
• If you have missed a dose just take your daily capsule on the next day at the usual time
• Do not take two capsules to make up for a forgotten capsule

If you take more Flomax capsules than you should, talk to a doctor or pharmacist straight away.

Flomax Relief contains the active substance: Tamsulosin hydrochloride, each capsule contains 0.4 mg

Other ingredients are: Microcrystalline cellulose, methacrylic acid-ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate, sodium laurilsulfate, triacetin, calcium stearate, and talc.

• These all help to make the granules which are in the capsule

The capsule shell contains: Gelatin, and is coloured with indigotin (E132), titanium dioxide (E171), and yellow and red iron oxide (El 72); printing ink is shellac, propylene glycol and black iron oxide (E172).

Before you take Flomax Relief:

• Flomax Relief should be used only by men who are 45 to 75 years of age

Do not take Flomax Relief capsules if:

• You are allergic (hypersensitive) to Tamsulosin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
• You have problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys
• You faint or get dizzy or weak when you sit or stand up suddenly
• You have had your symptoms for less than three months
• You have pain when you urinate, or your urine was cloudy or bloody, at sometime in the last three months
• You have a fever due to an infection of your kidneys or bladder (urinary tract infection)
• You have leaking of your urine which you are unable to control (incontinence)
• You think you have diabetes and it is not properly controlled
• You have had prostate surgery
• You have recently had blurred or cloudy vision and have not been examined by your doctor or optician
• You are about to undergo cataract eye surgery

Do not take Flomax Relief if any of the above apply to you, without first consulting your doctor. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking these capsules.

Taking other medicines: Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines that you can buy without a prescription, including herbal medicines.

In particular tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking: A type of medicine for lowering your blood pressure called an 'alpha blocker' (or alpha adrenoceptor antagonist), such as doxazosin, indoramin. prazosin. terazosin, or verapamil.

Any of these medicines cause lowering of blood pressure and added to Flomax Relief can result in dizziness and weakness.

• Tell your doctor or dentist before any operation or dental procedure as there is a potential that your medicine may interfere with the effects of the anaesthetic.

Driving and using machines: If you feel weak or dizzy or have blurred vision while taking this medicine, do not drive or use machines.

Eye surgery:

• Do not start taking Flomax Relief now if you are about to have an operation on your eye for cloudiness of the lens (cataract)
• Please tell your eye specialist if you have ever taken Tamsulosin. The operation may need to be performed differently
• If you are currently taking Flomax Relief ask your doctor if you should stop taking it for a short time

Like all medicines Flomax Relief can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Serious side effects are rare or very rare. Stop taking this medicine and see a doctor straight away if you experience any of the following symptoms - you may need medical treatment:

• Allergic reaction - (affects less than 1 in 1,000 people). The signs may include finding it difficult to breathe, having an itchy rash, having a swollen face, throat, or tongue
• Long-lasting and painful erection (usually not during sexual activity) - affects less than 1 in 10,000 people

The following side effects have also been reported:

Especially when you sit or stand up

• Feeling dizzy (common - affects less than 1 in 10 people)
• Feeling weak (uncommon - affects less than 1 in 100 people)

If this happens, sit or lie down straight away until you feel better.

Uncommon (affects less than I in 100 people):

• Headache
• Fast or uneven heart beat (palpitations)
• Runny or blocked nose
• Little or no semen during ejaculation
• Feeling sick or being sick
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Itching or lumpy rash (urticaria)

Rare (affects less than 1 in 1,000 people): Feeling faint

Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10.000 people): During an operation on the eye for cloudiness of the lens (cataract), the pupil (the black circle in the middle of your eye) may not increase in size as needed. Also, the iris (the coloured part of the eye) may become floppy during surgery.

Other side effects: As with other medicines of this type, the following side effects may occur

• Drowsiness
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth
• Swollen hands or feet

If a side effect occurs and gets troublesome or seems serious, or if you experience any side effect not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist.

You can also report any side effect you get when using Flomax Relief MR capsules to the:

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), through the Yellow Card Scheme; you can make a report by filling in a Yellow Card (available from pharmacies), by phoning freephone 0808 100 3352, or on the web at www.yellowcard.gov.uk

Alternatively, you can also report any side effect you get to the marketing authorisation holder: Boehringer Ingelheim Limited, Consumer Safety, Ellesfield Avenue, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8Y5, UK, or by phoning free-of-charge on 0800328 1627.

Assessing your symptoms: Your urinary symptoms can be assessed using a questionnaire which you will be asked to complete when you first purchase FLOMAX RELIEF.

To learn more about BPH visit www.1in4men.com and call the helpline free-of-charge on 0800 731 9070