Flolite Information
Flolite is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. Enlarged Prostate are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flolite. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flolite side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Flolite are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Flolite has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flolite's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Flolite is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma are examples of such conditions. The section on Flolite contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Flolite have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flolite is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Flolite Benefits & Uses
Flolite is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Flolite Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult(Male) |
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| Geriatric |
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Flolite Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flolite is used -
Moderate
- Ejaculation disorder
Mild
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Cough
- Diarrhoea
- Insomnia
- Running nose
- Sinus inflammation
- Rash
Unknown
- Impotence
- Sore throat
Flolite Related Warnings
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Is the use of Flolite safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Flolite for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Unknown -
Is the use of Flolite safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Flolite for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Flolite on the Kidneys?
Flolite does not damage the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Flolite on the Liver?
Using Flolite does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Flolite on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Flolite for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Flolite with Other Drugs
Flolite should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Flolite Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flolite unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Prostate Cancer
- Low Blood Pressure
- Glaucoma
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Flolite
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Is this Flolite habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flolite.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Flolite does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Flolite is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flolite for mental disorders.
No
Flolite Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Flolite
Taking Flolite with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Flolite
Taking Flolite with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flomax® (tamsulosin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 142-143
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1172-1173
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flomax® (tamsulosin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 142-143
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1172-1173
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flomax® (tamsulosin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 142-143
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1172-1173
