Tamsulosin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Ric...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 22, 2015

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I found Flomax very effective for increasing the size of my urine flow and taking away the uncomfortable pressure I felt moments before urinating. I take the lower dose of 0.4mg and have found that taking it every other day is as effective for me as taking it daily."

• Deu...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 29, 2020

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I am 70 years old and have been taking tamsulosin for 3 years. Before starting on it, I was typical with many nighttime bathroom trips per night. Always looking for a men's room. Car trips were awful, you get the idea. No side effects. Now, no problem, back to normal. Also, take finasteride daily. Since starting these two, my libido is slowed, and ejaculation is now internal. But I'm 70, and no woman wants to sleep with me anyway, LOL."

• tkr...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 28, 2014

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Flomax works well for helping with peeing. I hope there is another medicine soon because it interferes with sex life and ejaculation is internal. I must admit though it does help in urination. So if you have an active sex life, you may want to ask for a different medicine."

• Eld...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 10, 2014

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "I get Kidney Stones on a near daily basis trying to pass. I've been in the hospital a total of 35 times in the last year. Each for Kidney Stone pain. After my third visit the doc gave me Flomax and it passed 5 stones all 3-5mm in size within 30 minutes of me taking it. Since then no other doctor would give it to me because 'I didn't need it'. Well, finally yesterday my doc agreed with me and wrote the prescription. I passed an 8mm stone 30 minutes after taking the Flomax. I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone who is suffering from a kidney stone. It reduces the pain and makes the passing a WHOLE lot easier."

• Jim...
• September 1, 2014

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Flomax improved my ability to pee, however, it also made me listless, and I experienced dizziness when changing positions suddenly. After a (1) month trial, I am giving it up. For me, the benefits are not worth the side effects."

• tke...
• February 26, 2008

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Flomax (Tamsulosin hydrochloride) helped me to urinate normally. It did make me feel very tired and weak. I was taking one 0.4 mg a day. I started taking it with breakfast, but switched to taking it after dinner. That helped with most of the tiredness."

• Roy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 28, 2019

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "After being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at age 50, I began scratching my groin unconsciously. It was an itch I couldn't scratch. I was also dribbling urine a bit before I could make it to the restroom. My doctor prescribed a kidney/bladder ultrasound because I had high proteins in my urine. The ultrasound revealed a thickening of the bladder wall at the urethra. I was diagnosed with BPH, benign prostate hyperplasia. That sucker was huge. I was prescribed Flomax. From day one, it worked. Complete bladder emptying, no drips, and no more scratching. One major side effect: dry/retrograde ejaculation. When the wife and I get frisky, absolutely nothing comes out. It is backflowing into my bladder."

• Pis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 19, 2013

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Started getting some relief within 24 hrs of starting, which is considerably faster than the doc said. Still some hesitancy, but flow much better. No side effects. Hard to complain. Just do it! I suffered too long, might have done some damage had I gone much longer."

• Eur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 22, 2019

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "AVOID THIS DRUG! After taking only ONE pill, I was sick as a dog and felt like I had the flu! Almost 24 hours later, feeling better, but not 100% yet. I don't doubt the drug's effectiveness for BPH, however, as far as I'm concerned, the particularly nasty side effects simply aren't worth any of its so-called benefits. I will be seeking alternative, more natural treatments for my minor BPH case. NEVER AGAIN Flomax!"

• Unh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 4, 2016

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "You all are going to think I'm crazy or a genius but either way I'm relieved. I've been in excruciating pain for months & my doctors were thinking it was from a herniated disc but my gut instinct told me it was something else. Although the disc is painful I know it's stones, I had all the symptoms. I don't have a mm or cm to share because they never sent me for CT. I was an in-home health aide and the patient I cared for passed away & he had Flomax, I had a feeling I would need them someday. I was at the doctor's office today in tears crying & honestly just couldn't bear it anymore. He handed me a tissue and gave me a referral to a pain management clinic. I did research on stones, took Flomax & in 2 hours passed it & no more pain. Praise God!"

• JJa...
• April 24, 2019

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "I am a 42-year-old woman. I was prescribed Flomax for kidney stones. I have been on this for almost 2 weeks, but I just can't take the side effects anymore. My head and neck hurt so bad, and it will not go away no matter what I do. I feel dizzy, weak, and very 'winded', it seems hard to catch my breath. I feel in a catch-22 because it helps the urine flow, but I just feel so awful otherwise... ???"

• sto...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 22, 2021

For Urinary Tract Stones "I am genetically disposed to being a kidney stone maker - a few family members have it, and we don't live together, so it's not the diet. LOL. Anyway, I am lucky enough that most stones passing do not cause me much problems. The occasional stone does, however, present difficulty, if it is bigger than 4.5 mm, I have to take a flomax, usually only 2 or 3 days at a time, until the stone has passed. I am a 51-year-old woman and have not experienced any side effects from the drug."

• Caz...
• July 31, 2016

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I was suffering for many weeks with pain, extreme urge to urinate, getting up 10-15 times a night. Urine volume was low, plus very weak stream. My doctor prescribed Flomax. Took the first one four hours before bedtime. Almost cried because all the symptoms disappeared. Finally a good night's sleep. Couldn't believe how fast it worked. After a couple of days, I was back to my normal self. Normal stream, no pain or urge to urinate. Thought it was a miracle drug. Then, after three days, the side effects started showing up. First a slightly sore back. Then overall general muscle weakness, dry ejaculation (reversed), soft erection, very weak orgasm at first, and finally no orgasm period. Stopped using this today. Day 5."

• Rel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2019

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "I tried to pass a 5.5-millimeter kidney stone for four days. Finally went for help. Two days of Flomax and the stone was out. I felt nothing except a brief slice at the urethra opening as it exited. I am a woman, so the Flomax is prescribed off-label. It did give me a bit of a headache, but nothing too bad. Not sure how that would have worked out with a longer run of Flomax. I’m very grateful my ER doctor prescribed it."

• zyp...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 1, 2020

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I am 57 years old and have been on Tamsulosin for about 4 years. I had recurring urination problems for a couple of years after a prolonged bad bout with prostatitis. I ended up with a blockage that required a catheter for a couple of weeks (not the first time). My urologist put me on this 'stuff', and yes, I am now Niagara Falls in the can, but the side effects were and are off the charts and have gotten progressively worse over time. Constant dizziness, no energy, bad balance, muscle and joint aches, breathing and sinus problems (runny nose, sneezing, pain, nasal drip), and recently, I have developed a cough and have to clear my throat constantly. I'm done! Tapering off. I will talk to my urologist about other options. At this point, the catheter looks good! LOL. This drug does work well, but the 'price' of the side effects is just too high for me. Good luck!!"

• The...
• July 22, 2013

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Only the brand Flomax works for me. After falling asleep on the seat a few times, I switched to Flomax brand and it made all the difference in the world. If I do wake up to pee, I pee. It's like having a 30-year-old prostate (not 65). But I can pee, whee!"

• Anonymous
• June 7, 2008

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "A miracle drug. Thanks. I didn't realize how much it had changed my lifestyle. I was always looking for a bathroom. My wife and I stopped taking long drives in the country for fear I would have to suddenly go, and worst of all, I stopped going to sporting events because I was afraid I wouldn't make it home in time. Lastly, I was getting up four or five times a night to go to the bathroom. That is all over now, and we are enjoying our lives again."

• yam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 3, 2020

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "Prescribed Flomax for a possible kidney stone. Took around 6 PM. Didn't notice much, became a bit drowsy, pain seemed to be better but remained a bit. Around midnight, when trying to sleep, is when the terror started. Couldn't seem to sleep, but when I finally started to doze off, I suddenly awoke with a full-blown panic attack. Hard to breathe, racing heart, room spinning, going in and out of consciousness while on the phone with 911. EMS showed up and stuck around a while. I decided to stay home and try and sleep again. Again, the same thing happened. Right before falling asleep, panic attack again but this time less severe. By now, it's 5 AM. I decided to try to sleep once more. If not, I was going to the ER. I somehow got about 2 hours of sleep and woke up with a massive headache. After taking some painkillers, I managed to doze off, and by noon, the nightmare was over. I do NOT recommend this medication!!!"

• Bud...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 4, 2015

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I am currently almost 65 years of age. For several years, I suffered off and on with symptoms of BPH (frequent urination, difficulty urinating, weak stream, etc.) day and night. Sometimes, I would wake up 8-10 times a night for bathroom visits. Not being a person who goes to doctors regularly, I tried about every OTC and home remedy I could find. Two months ago, I finally visited a doctor and described my condition. He prescribed Flomax, and I started noticing improvement within a few weeks of taking it. After about five weeks, I was sleeping 6-7 hours between bathroom visits. I have noticed no side effects other than slight occasional headaches, which may or may not be related to the use of Flomax. Thank you, Flomax!"

• Isl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 18, 2021

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I have mixed feelings about Flomax. The sexual side effects should by now be well known, and doctors and pharmacists should be discussing but sometimes fail to do so. Flomax is very seldom given to young men, commonly, it is given to those 50+. If you are sexually active, the side effects can be problematic. If you are not sexually active, the sexual side effects can be a good thing. I fall into the latter category, and a diminished libido, combined with a gentler ejaculation, is a good thing. But, after being on Flomax continually for about a week, the back and joint pain starts. Not good. The nasal congestion and headaches, also not good. I discussed with my doctor, she suggested that I try taking it every second day. So far, so good."

• Bel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2016

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "I've passed several stones, this was one of the worst, and the first time Flomax was prescribed. I have never had such ease passing a stone before and would highly recommend this for anyone suffering from a stone."

• Car...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 2, 2014

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "Suffer from uric acid stones on an average of every 4-6 months. Was given a prescription for Flomax last ER visit; filled it to keep on hand. Two days ago had an attack and decided to try the Flomax. Amazingly, the stone passed in an hour and a half instead of the next day! This has never happened before and it really shortened the terrible pain, which usually lasts many hours. I will definitely try this next time I have an attack, which I KNOW will happen again."

• Oke...
• October 14, 2014

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "I will recommend Flomax to anyone with kidney stones. Mine was a sharp, intense pain on the left side of my back. I haven't had this kind of pain in my life. It's worse than child labor pain. Been battling with the pain until the urologist prescribed this medicine. In less than 2 weeks, I passed it out with no pain."

• Mia...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 28, 2016

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "I went to emergency 7 days ago with kidney pain. I had a stone in both kidneys, 5mm to the right and 3mm to the left. Two doctors talked to me, one was experienced and the other was a fresh graduate. They told me I am going through surgery. I am self-employed. I had a bad experience with a fresh grad doctor 2 years ago. He operated on me for lithotripsy and put a stent in me. The stent was not placed properly and I know how I spent 2 weeks with the stent. Now, I refused to become their practice animal. They prescribed me Flomax 0.4mg for 7 days. I passed a small stone within 5 days, and the next two days I passed a second stone. The only discomfort was shortness of breath, a little bleeding from the nose, and frequent urge to pee. I continued my business during this duration. Thanks, Flomax."

• Hai...
• April 20, 2009

Flomax (tamsulosin) for Urinary Tract Stones "I had a 4.8 mm stone that had been plaguing me for 3 weeks. I had been taking pain medicines off and on as needed and drinking plenty of water, but I could tell (plenty of experience) that the stone was hung up just before entering the bladder in the narrowest part of the ureter. I called the urologist to ask for a prescription for Flomax. They were hesitant - didn't think I could pass it. Long story short, they prescribed it, I took it, and the stone passed less than 24 hours later. Flomax, pain medicines, and plenty of water = passing kidney stone quickly and inexpensively."