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Flodart Information

Flodart is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule,Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flodart. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Flodart have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Flodart are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Flodart's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Flodart's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Flodart related warnings section.

Flodart is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flodart are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Flodart may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Flodart is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Flodart Benefits & Uses
Flodart Dosage & How to Take
Flodart Side Effects
Flodart Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flodart with Other Drugs
Flodart Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flodart
Flodart Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flodart Benefits & Uses

Flodart is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Flodart Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Flodart Related Warnings

Is the use of Flodart safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Flodart during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Flodart safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Flodart on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Flodart will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Flodart on the Kidneys?

Flodart does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Flodart on the Liver?

Using Flodart does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Flodart on the Heart?

Using Flodart does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Flodart with Other Drugs

Flodart should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Doxazosin

Amiodarone

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Flodart Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flodart unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Prostate Cancer
Low Blood Pressure
Glaucoma
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flodart

Is this Flodart habit forming or addictive?

Flodart does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Flodart as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flodart only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Flodart cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Flodart Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flodart

It is safe to take Flodart with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flodart

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Flodart as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Flodart

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flodart cause retrograde ejaculation?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Flodart doesn't cause retrograde ejaculation. Retrograde ejaculation occurs when there is an abnormal ejaculation, reduced ejaculate volume and ejaculation force, absence of seminal emission and backflow of the seminal fluid from the urethra to the bladder.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flodart help with erectile dysfunction?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Flodart might be given for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). The exact mechanism of how it works in erectile dysfunction is not known but It is presumed that it works by improving libido, erection, and overall sexual function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flodart cause constipation?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flodart consumption may cause constipation. Constipation can be relieved by drinking a lot of water, eating lots of fiber, taking probiotics, exercising regularly or taking an over the counter laxative. Talk to your doctor for managing constipation, should you develop the same.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Flodart work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Flodart blocks receptors in the prostate, prostatic capsule, prostate urethra, and bladder neck. When these receptors are blocked, smooth muscle relaxation occurs in the bladder neck and prostate, decreasing the urinary outflow resistance in men.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Flodart?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Flodart is a brand name for tamsulosin. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in men for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH) which may comprise painful urination, difficulty in urinating (incomplete bladder emptying, hesitation, dribbling, weak stream), urgency and frequency. It is also used for the treatment of chronic prostatitis (off-label).