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A member asked:

Do i have to wean myself gradually when i stop taking flomax. or just stop? been taking it for 9 weeks. now have a catheter in my tummy. so now flomax is not needed?

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Yes you can stop it without a problem. But stay under the guidance and advice of your Urologist. I hope you do well

Answered 8/27/2023

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