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A member asked:

What happens when i stop taking flomax (tamsulosin)?

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here are some ...: If Flomax (tamsulosin) has helped improve urine flow, slow urine flow will return soon after stopping Flomax (tamsulosin) as expected. Meanwhile, in time, retrograde ejaculation may be self-corrected. More? Ask Doc timely.

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Answered 2/7/2021

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