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Taken flomax (tamsulosin) for the last two years (.4) but with dilation don't need it. just stopped 5 days ago. i was told this is a med u can just stop.

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Dr. Harold Tsai answered

Flomax (tamsulosin): You are correct. There are no complications or side effects to stopping this medication abruptly.

Answered 12/26/2020

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A member asked:

Taken flomax (tamsulosin) for the last two years (.4) but with dilation don't need it. just stopped 5 days ago. i was told this is a med u can just stop.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Tsai answered

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