Monolosin Capsule

Monolosin Capsule is a tamsulosin capsule made by Samarth Life Sciences, India, and each capsule contains tamsulosin at the strength shown on the label. It belongs to the alpha-blocker class and is used to treat urinary symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also called an enlarged prostate. By helping relax the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, Monolosin Capsule can make it easier to pass urine and reduce symptoms like weak stream, hesitancy, and frequent urination.

How it works: Tamsulosin blocks alpha-1 receptors in the smooth muscle around the prostate and bladder neck, which helps those muscles relax. In capsule form, Monolosin Capsule is swallowed whole and releases the medicine so urine can flow more easily through the urinary tract.

Monolosin Capsule contains the as-labeled tamsulosin strength in capsule form, so it is a specific prescription option chosen when a clinician wants that exact dose. Since there are no other strengths or forms of this brand listed here, this capsule should be understood as the brand’s standard available presentation, and your doctor will decide whether it fits your symptoms and treatment plan.

• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• Weak urine stream
• Trouble starting urination
• Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying
• Frequent or urgent urination caused by an enlarged prostate

• Swallow Monolosin Capsule whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day.
• If your doctor tells you to take it after a meal, follow that instruction to help steady absorption.
• Do not double up if you miss a dose; take the next dose at the usual time unless your prescriber says otherwise.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially when you first start, because dizziness can occur.
• Avoid taking it in a different way than prescribed, since capsule delivery is designed for proper use.

Each Monolosin Capsule provides the tamsulosin strength shown on the label, and that exact dose is taken once daily in many patients. Your doctor decides whether this strength is appropriate, how long to use it, and whether any dose changes are needed; do not take more than one capsule in 24 hours unless specifically instructed.

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
• Abnormal ejaculation or changes in ejaculation
• Headache
• Drowsiness or fatigue
• Back pain
• Mild stomach upset

• Monolosin Capsule can cause low blood pressure and dizziness, especially when starting treatment or after a dose change.
• Use caution when driving, using machinery, or standing up quickly until you know how it affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you take medicines for erectile dysfunction, because the blood-pressure-lowering effect can be stronger.
• Alcohol can worsen dizziness or lightheadedness.
• Let your eye surgeon know you take or have taken tamsulosin before cataract or glaucoma surgery.
• Tell your clinician if you have liver disease, kidney disease, a history of fainting, or prostate cancer symptoms.
• Do not use it for sudden urinary blockage without medical evaluation.

• PDE-5 inhibitors such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil
• Other alpha-blockers or blood-pressure medicines
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole or clarithromycin
• Strong CYP2D6 inhibitors such as paroxetine or fluoxetine
• Alcohol

Store Monolosin Capsule in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.