Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR

Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR is a tamsulosin tablet in the alpha-blocker class, with 0.4 mg in each tablet. It is used mainly to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also called an enlarged prostate. By relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR can make urination easier and help reduce weak stream, hesitancy, and the need to urinate often.

How it works: Tamsulosin in Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR selectively blocks alpha-1 receptors in the prostate and bladder outlet, which helps the urinary channel relax. As a tablet, it provides a convenient oral dose that works over time to lessen pressure on urine flow rather than shrinking the prostate itself.

Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR contains the standard 0.4 mg tamsulosin dose, which is the usual starting strength for many adults with BPH. Because this is the lower commonly used strength rather than a higher-strength option, it is often chosen when a doctor wants to begin treatment conservatively and see how well the person tolerates the medicine before any change is considered.

• Relief of urinary symptoms from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• Weak urine stream
• Difficulty starting urination
• Urinary hesitancy
• Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

• Swallow Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR whole with water; do not crush, split, or chew unless your prescriber says otherwise.
• Take it after the same meal each day, usually after the same meal to help steady absorption.
• Take it about 30 minutes after the same meal if your prescriber or pharmacist advises a consistent routine.
• Do not take extra tablets if a dose is missed; take the next dose at the usual time.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially when starting treatment, because it can lower blood pressure and cause dizziness.

Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR provides 0.4 mg of tamsulosin per tablet. This product is often taken once daily, and the doctor decides the exact schedule based on your symptoms and tolerance; do not take more than one tablet in 24 hours unless specifically instructed by your prescriber.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Tamsulosin may include:

• Dizziness, especially when standing up
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Headache
• Abnormal ejaculation or reduced semen volume
• Weakness or tiredness
• Lightheadedness, which may be more noticeable when first starting treatment

• Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR can cause dizziness or fainting, so use caution when driving or standing quickly.
• Alcohol may worsen dizziness and lightheadedness.
• Tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure, heart disease, or a history of fainting.
• Use extra caution if you are scheduled for cataract or glaucoma surgery and make sure the eye surgeon knows you take tamsulosin.
• This tablet is for prostate-related urinary symptoms and is not meant to treat sudden inability to urinate.
• Do not start or stop other blood pressure medicines, alpha-blockers, or erectile dysfunction medicines without medical advice.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to blood pressure drops and falls.

• Other alpha-blockers such as doxazosin or prazosin
• PDE-5 inhibitors such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil
• Strong CYP3A4 or CYP2D6 inhibitors that can raise tamsulosin levels
• Other medicines that lower blood pressure
• Alcohol, which can increase dizziness

Store Geritam 0.4 Tablet MR in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.