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Are other people on Flomax experiencing stuffy nose/sinus congestion problems?
Have been having stuffy nose/ sinus congestion problems that seem to get worse an hour or two after I take my Flomax and let up a bit after about 24 hours pass. Stuffy nose is listed as a side effect but the statistics are not real decisive. Am wondering if other folks are having the same/ similar... read more
How long will it take to pass a 5mm kidney stone with flomax?
I have 2 x 5mm kidney stones, one on each side. I was first put on Doxazosin, but that did not pass either of them so my doctor switched me to Flomax. I just took my second dose but I was wondering if anyone knew about how long it will take to pass them? I have only had random pains, nothing severe... read more
My husband is 3 months post stroke. Has developed a terrible itching problem with no rash?
He is on Metoporol, Digoxin, Furosimide, Amlodopine, Diovan, Warfarin and Flomax.
I have been using flomax for five yrs . How long do most people use it?
I think the doctors don't realize how long I'm taking this. They keep renewing the prescription. I started to take it for help urinating but I didn't think it was a lifelong drug. Please give me a ball park of the usual treatment time. Thanks alot.
Has anyone here had any dental problems possibly associated with Flomax?
I have had 3 root canals in 3 years and a brush with gum disease since I have been taking Flomax. I have eliminated all other causes for this.
Is Flomax available in tablet form or in a 0.2 mg dose?
Normal Flomax prescription strength of 0.4 mg affects my blood pressure negatively. Is it available in 0.2 mg strength or in tablet form?
Flomax-better to take at night or morning?
Just started last night and am a little concerned about the dizzy factor but will see after taking for a bit. Figured I would take it at night until I know how I will deal with side effects.
I Need to know how long after I take flomax I can eat again I know not to take it till 30 min afte?
I eat , but how long after I take the pill can I eat again ??? What's recommended ???
Terrible Congestion from Flomax?
My urologist put me on Flomax to help reduce my PSA level and help me urinate better. I took it for 5 weeks and was able to urinate normally. At the same time I developed terrible congestion which appears to have caused a sinus infection. I did some research on the Internet and found out that one... read more
Overactive Bladder - My husband gets up 3 to 4 time a night and does urinate each time and if he?
... only gets up 2 times, he is wearing a pad, and urinates into that. The Dr prescribed Flomax 0.4mg which he takes at bedtime for over a month. but isn't helping at all. He also has Alzheimer's ,Lewy Body Dementia. and is using Exelon Patch for two weeks plus other medications. The... read more
Stopped taking Flomax after 5 years, 2 months later & my side effects are worse than ever ?
How long is the withdrawal time?
What are the adverse effects of taking Urimax-Tamsulosin-Hcl 0.4mg for prolonged use?
whether Contiflo/Flodart Plus/Flomax are having same effect/composition? Possibility of prostate cancer is ruled out and no other problem with external enlargement except high frequency-which is now reduced to half. If surgery is not at all emergency then,for smooth flow/reduced frequency,Urimax... read more
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