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How Long Should Tamsulosin Be Taken For Urinary Incontinence?
I had prostate radiation treatment and finished about 2 months ago. I have issues with incontinence. I told my doctor and was prescribed tamsulosin 0.4 mg capsules. I am 70 years old. How long aprrox. shoud I wait to see a positive change? I have been taking this prescription for a week now. Is it too early to notice a change? Thank you for any information you may give me.
Wed, 28 Mar 2018
Hello,
As per my clinical experience, tamsulosin starts working within three to four doses of intake. The duration of intake depends upon the clinical recovery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
As per my clinical experience, tamsulosin starts working within three to four doses of intake. The duration of intake depends upon the clinical recovery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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