Does tamsulosin cause weight gain?

I have noticed a bit of bloating and my scale is showing 2 kgs extra since I started this medicine last week. Is this normal water retention or is it actually causing fat gain? Please let me know if anyone else felt heavier on this.

Weight gain is not a common side effect of Tamsulosin. It might just be minor fluid retention, so don't worry.

Sometimes bloating makes us feel like we have gained weight. When my husband was on this, I gave him warm barley water and reduced the salt in his food, which helped clear the heavy feeling. Keep your diet simple and healthy.

I took this medicine for my prostate swelling for several months. In my experience, there was no weight gain at all. Don't let these online worries stop you from taking your medicine, beta. It is very effective for urinary flow.

I ignored sudden swelling and weight gain while taking urinary medications, thinking it was just minor, but it turned out to be a kidney strain issue. If you are noticing sudden weight changes, please get a proper kidney function test and see your doctor immediately.