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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

What time of day is it best to take Flomax?

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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