# Tamsulosin Hcl (Flomax)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/tamsulosin-hcl
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Tamsulosin Hcl?

Tamsulosin Hcl (brand name: Flomax) is an alpha blocker. It is prescribed to treat prostatic hyperplasia. Across the United States, 223,000 doctors prescribe Tamsulosin to approximately 5.3 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Flomax

## Indications

Tamsulosin Hcl is primarily prescribed for the treatment of prostatic hyperplasia.

## Conditions treated

- [Prostatic Hyperplasia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/prostatic-hyperplasia)

## Mechanism of action

The symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) are related to bladder outlet obstruction, which is comprised of two underlying components: static and dynamic. The static component is related to an increase in prostate size caused, in part, by a proliferation of smooth muscle cells in the prostatic stroma.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: alpha blockers
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

dizziness, runny nose, abnormal ejaculation, back pain, drowsiness

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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