Complete dosing information for tamsulosin hydrochloride
Medical guidance required: Dosing information here is for educational purposes. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dose based on your specific condition, kidney function, other medications, and medical history. Never adjust your dose without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
BPH: 0.4mg once daily, 30 minutes after the same meal each day; may increase to 0.8mg/day if inadequate response after 2–4 weeks; Kidney stone passage (off-label): 0.4mg once daily until stone passes; typically ≤4 weeks
Not approved for pediatric use.
No dose adjustment for mild-moderate renal impairment. Use caution in severe renal impairment (CrCl <10 mL/min) — limited data.
No dose adjustment in mild-moderate hepatic impairment. Avoid in severe hepatic impairment.