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Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet
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Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet

Manufactured byKNOLL HEALTHCARE
ContainsTamsulosin (0.4 mg) + Finasteride (5 mg)
Description
Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is a medicine that consists of Tamsulosin and Finasteride. It is used in men to treat enlarged prostate gland (this surrounds the top portion of the tube that drains urine from the bladder) that causes difficulty in urination. It acts by relaxing muscles of the prostate and the tube that pass urine and thus, helps in urination without any difficulty. Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet has some side effects like dizziness, abnormal ejaculation, pain in testicles, infertility, low sexual desire, etc. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you for long or worsen. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may affect your concentration. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it. Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is to be taken in the dose and for the duration prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Take this medicine at the same time every day for the ease of remembering and for better results. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Do not discontinue taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data for use are not available. Inform your doctor if you have any health problems and of all your ongoing medications, before taking this medicine. It is not recommended for use to treat prostate cancer.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Abnormal ejaculation
  • Testicular pain
  • Impotence
  • Decreased sexual urge
  • Breast pain
  • Increased heart beat
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Frequent, painful erections
  • Skin blistering

Uses of Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The onset of action of Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration of action of Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were observed for Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Allergy

Avoid taking Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Orthostatic Hypotension

Orthostatic hypotension is a condition in which there is a sudden fall in blood pressure while standing up from a sitting or lying position. Use of Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended if you have orthostatic hypotension.

Severe liver disease

Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver problems as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Breast-feeding

Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
General warnings

Use in women

Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Use in children

Use of Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Kidney diseases

Use Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet with caution if you have kidney problems as it may lead to serious side effects. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

Eye surgery

Glaucoma is an eye disorder that causes blindness due to increased pressure inside your eyes. A cataract is clouding the lens of your eyes interrupting the clear vision. Inform your doctor if you are using Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet before the surgery of these eye conditions as it may lead to Intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (affects the part of the eye that regulates the light entering your eyes).

Missed Dose

Do not skip any dose of Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if the delay is more than 12 hours, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose with Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Chlorthalidone

Erythromycin

Diclofenac

Ketoconazole

Diltiazem

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet in the dose and for the duration as prescribed by your doctor. Take it with or without food. It is not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose as it may lead to undesirable effects. Inform your doctor on priority if you experience any side effects for a longer time than usual. It is not recommended for use in women and children. It is not recommended to treat prostate cancer.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Temsunol F 0.4/5 Tablet is a combination of Tamsulosin and Finasteride. Tamsulosin relaxes the muscles of the prostate gland and bladder and relieves the symptoms of an enlarged prostate. Finasteride works by blocking the production of a male hormone that helps the growth of the prostate gland.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, Alpha-blockers, Genitourinary tract agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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