Leaflet FOKUSIN 0.4mg modified release capsules
- Product code:
- W56791001
- Quantity:
- 30
- Indicated for:
- benign prostatic hyperplasia
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- tamsulosin (alpha-1 blocker)
- ATC
- G04CA02 — Genito urinary system and sex hormones | Drugs used in benign prostatic hypertrophy | Alpha-adrenoreceptor antagonists
Tamsulosin is a medication primarily used to treat symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition characterized by an enlarged prostate that can cause difficulty urinating. It is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the smooth muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate and reducing symptoms such as weak urine flow, frequent urination, or the feeling of incomplete bladder emptying.
Tamsulosin is usually taken once daily, and its effects may be noticeable within a few days or weeks of treatment. It is important to take it as prescribed by a doctor.
Side effects may include dizziness, fatigue, headache, orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure upon standing), or ejaculation disorders. In rare cases, a condition called 'intraoperative floppy iris syndrome' may occur during cataract surgery. Patients should inform their doctor about tamsulosin use before undergoing such procedures.
Tamsulosin is usually taken once daily, and its effects may be noticeable within a few days or weeks of treatment. It is important to take it as prescribed by a doctor.
Side effects may include dizziness, fatigue, headache, orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure upon standing), or ejaculation disorders. In rare cases, a condition called 'intraoperative floppy iris syndrome' may occur during cataract surgery. Patients should inform their doctor about tamsulosin use before undergoing such procedures.
General data about FOKUSIN 0.4mg
- Substance:
- tamsulosin
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2026
- Product code:
- W56791001
- Concentration:
- 0.4mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- modified release capsules
- Quantity:
- 30
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Price:
- 22.97 RON
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for tamsulosin
Concentrations available for tamsulosin
- 0.40mg
- 0.4mg
- 400mcg
Combinations with other substances
Compensation lists for FOKUSIN 0.4mg Zentiva
B - Sublist B with 50% discount from the reference price
- Price
- 22.97 RON
- Copayment
- 11.48 RON
- Patient
- 11.49 RON