Tamsulosin — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Tamsulosin hydrochloride (Flomax)
Drug Class: Alpha-1 blocker
Selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocker that relaxes smooth muscle in the prostate and bladder neck. Used to relieve urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate (BPH) and to help pass kidney stones.
Common Side Effects of Tamsulosin
- Dizziness
- Orthostatic hypotension (blood pressure drop when standing)
- Retrograde ejaculation
- Headache
- Runny nose
- Weakness
Key Drug Interactions — Tamsulosin
Tamsulosin has 6 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- PDE5 inhibitors (Viagra, Cialis — risk of serious blood pressure drop)
- Other alpha-1 blockers
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (Ketoconazole)
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (Paroxetine)
- Antihypertensives
- Warfarin
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tamsulosin deplete nutrients?
Tamsulosin use may affect nutrient balance. WePattern's Knowledge Graph maps documented depletion patterns from peer-reviewed clinical data.
What nutrients does Tamsulosin deplete?
WePattern maps the documented nutrient connections for Tamsulosin drawn from clinical literature.
What are the side effects of Tamsulosin?
Common side effects associated with Tamsulosin include: Dizziness; Orthostatic hypotension (blood pressure drop when standing); Retrograde ejaculation; Headache; Runny nose.