Flomax
Tamsulosin capsules for an enlarged prostate. It relaxes the muscles around the prostate to ease urination.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2mg | 60 capsules | $92.00 | $1.53 |
| 0.2mg | 90 capsules | $128.00 | $1.42 |
| 0.2mg | 120 capsules | $159.00 | $1.33 |
| 0.2mg | 180 capsules | $226.00 | $1.26 |
| 0.2mg | 270 capsules | $335.00 | $1.24 |
| 0.2mg | 360 capsules | $435.00 | $1.21 |
| 0.4mg | 60 capsules | $98.00 | $1.63 |
| 0.4mg | 90 capsules | $146.00 | $1.62 |
| 0.4mg | 120 capsules | $189.00 | $1.58 |
| 0.4mg | 180 capsules | $275.00 | $1.53 |
| 0.4mg | 270 capsules | $404.00 | $1.50 |
| 0.4mg | 360 capsules | $526.00 | $1.46 |
- Category
- Prostate Health
- Active ingredient
- Tamsulosin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Modified-release capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 0.2mg · 0.4mg
Flomax is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Flomax on your behalf.
- Condition
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- Alternative names
- tamsulosin
- Therapeutic class
- Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Antagonist
- Pharmacological class
- Alpha-Blocker
- Known off-label uses
- ureteral calculi expulsion
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to tamsulosin; severe orthostatic hypotension
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; rhinitis
- Moderate side effects
- abnormal ejaculation; orthostatic hypotension; fatigue
- Dosage forms
- Modified-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset time
- 4–8 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Terazosin; Sildenafil; Cimetidine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adult men.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Not indicated for females. Breastfeeding: Not applicable.
Serious side effects
priapism, requires immediate medical attention; intraoperative floppy iris syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tamsulosin capsules for an enlarged prostate. It relaxes the muscles around the prostate to ease urination.
Mechanism of action
Selectively blocks alpha-1A receptors in the prostate and bladder neck, relaxing smooth muscle to optimise urinary flow.
FAQ
Is the Flomax on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Flomax is the original brand, made by Boehringer Ingelheim, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (tamsulosin) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How is Flomax priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Flomax comes in 0.2mg and 0.4mg strengths, in packs of 60 to 360 capsules, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per capsule.
Payment and prices →Is Flomax sold under other names?
In South Africa, tamsulosin is also sold under brand names such as Pravlex, Urilosin and Beniprosin.
What is Flomax used for?
Flomax contains tamsulosin, used for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
When does Flomax start working?
Tamsulosin usually starts to work within 4 to 8 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
Does Flomax have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of tamsulosin are dizziness, headache and rhinitis. Less common ones include abnormal ejaculation, orthostatic hypotension and fatigue. Serious but less common side effects include priapism and intraoperative floppy iris syndrome, which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Flomax?
Tamsulosin can interact with terazosin, sildenafil and cimetidine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Flomax.
Do I need a prescription to buy Flomax in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Flomax. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Flomax to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Flomax names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Tamsulosin at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.