Tamdosin D
Tamdosin D is a tablet made by Corona Remedies that contains Tamsulosin 0.4 mg + Dutasteride 0.5 mg. It combines Tamsulosin: prostate medicine (alpha blocker) and Dutasteride: prostate medicine (5-alpha reductase inhibitor).
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tamsulosin | 0.4 mg |
| Dutasteride | 0.5 mg |
Tamsulosin
What it is used for
Eases urine flow in an enlarged prostate; also helps pass kidney stones.
How it works
An alpha blocker that relaxes the muscle of the prostate and bladder neck, easing urine flow in an enlarged prostate. Also helps pass kidney stones.
How to take it
Usually 0.4 mg once a day, 30 minutes after the same meal. Swallow whole.
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Less or no semen at ejaculation
- Stuffy nose
Get medical help straight away if
- Fainting
- Painful erection over 4 hours
Be careful
Can cause dizziness on standing; tell your eye surgeon before cataract surgery.
Other medicines and interactions
Tell your eye surgeon before cataract surgery (floppy iris). Adds to the effect of blood pressure medicines and PDE-5 inhibitors.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not used by women in pregnancy.
Dutasteride
What it is used for
Shrinks an enlarged prostate over months.
How it works
Blocks the conversion of testosterone to DHT, shrinking an enlarged prostate over 6 months; also slows hair loss.
How to take it
Usually 0.5 mg once a day, swallowed whole. Do not donate blood during and for 6 months after.
Common side effects
- Lower sex drive
- Erection or ejaculation problems
- Breast tenderness
Get medical help straight away if
- Breast lump or nipple discharge
- Low mood
Be careful
Women who are or may be pregnant should not handle broken capsules.
Other medicines and interactions
It halves PSA results; tell anyone checking your PSA.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Women who are or may be pregnant must not handle broken capsules (harms a male baby).
Same composition, other brands (10)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
Common questions
What is Tamdosin D?
Tamdosin D is a tablet by Corona Remedies containing Tamsulosin 0.4 mg + Dutasteride 0.5 mg.
What is Tamdosin D used for?
Eases urine flow in an enlarged prostate; also helps pass kidney stones. Shrinks an enlarged prostate over months.
How should I take Tamdosin D?
Usually 0.4 mg once a day, 30 minutes after the same meal. Swallow whole. Usually 0.5 mg once a day, swallowed whole. Do not donate blood during and for 6 months after. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Tamdosin D?
Common side effects include: Dizziness, less or no semen at ejaculation, stuffy nose, Lower sex drive, erection or ejaculation problems, breast tenderness. Get medical help straight away for: Fainting, painful erection over 4 hours, Breast lump or nipple discharge, low mood.
Does Tamdosin D need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Tamdosin D in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Not used by women in pregnancy. Women who are or may be pregnant must not handle broken capsules (harms a male baby).
What are the substitutes for Tamdosin D?
Brands with the same composition: Urimax D, Temsunol-D, Flokind-D, Uritin D, Tamsukem-D, Tasulin-D, Geriflo D, Veltam Plus, Urimax DX, Tamsin D. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Sources and further reading
- Tamsulosin: NHS · MedlinePlus
- Dutasteride: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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