Tamsulosin
400 micrograms once daily. Helps pass distal ureteric stones 5–10 mm and before a trial without catheter.
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Dose
400 micrograms once daily after the same meal each day.
- Ureteric stone 5–10 mm: up to 4 weeks.
- Before trial without catheter: 2–3 days before removal.
Cautions
- Dizziness and low BP on standing (first dose); retrograde ejaculation.
- Tell the eye surgeon before cataract surgery (floppy iris).
Frequently asked questions
Does tamsulosin help kidney stones pass?
It helps distal stones of 5–10 mm pass; small stones under 5 mm usually pass anyway.
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Sources
Doses on this page are typical doses from the sources above. Always confirm with a current drug reference, the product leaflet and your hospital protocol, especially in children, pregnancy and kidney or liver disease.