Flomax

( Tamsulosin )

Medically Reviewed by Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jun 27, 2022

Drug Details

Generic Name:

Tamsulosin

Common Brands:

Flomax

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocker

Forms:

Capsule

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Benign prostatic hyperplasia BPH

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance

What is Flomax (tamsulosin)

Flomax (floh maks) belongs to a group of medications called alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blockers. It is a prescription oral capsule that is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, which is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland in men.

There may be other uses of Flomax - your pharmacist or health care provider can give you more information.