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Silofast 8mg Capsule
Salt Composition: SILODOSIN
- Manufacturer: CIPLA LTD
- Pack Size: 15 CAPSULE(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: CAPSULE
- Strength: 8MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Store away from light & moisture at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Keep Silofast 8mg Capsule out of sight and reach of children.
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Product Introduction
Silofast 8mg Capsule contains Silodosin as its active ingredient. It belongs to a class of medicines that act on the prostate, bladder neck, bladder base, and prostatic urethra. It is used to relieve the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition in which the prostate gland enlarges in adult men, typically after the age of 40. Silofast 8mg Capsule helps improve urinary symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, weak urine flow, difficulty passing urine, and incomplete bladder emptying. It may also help reduce the risk of acute urinary retention, a painful condition where a person is unable to urinate.
Before taking Silofast 8mg Capsule, inform your doctor if you have severe liver or kidney disease, experience dizziness, are planning to undergo cataract surgery, or are taking medicines for high blood pressure or fungal infections. Your healthcare provider will assess your medical condition and determine whether any dose adjustments or additional precautions are necessary to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Uses
It helps to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
How it works
Silofast 8mg Capsule is an alpha-blocker and is prescribed to treat the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It relaxes the smooth muscle in these tissues by blocking the receptor without impacting the contractility. It also helps to relieve urinary incontinence.
How to Use
Take a Silofast 8mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. Preferably, the capsule should be taken every day at the same time, with food. It is best to swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water rather than breaking or chewing it.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Severe allergic reactions (Swelling on the face, tongue, or throat) Skin reactions Irregular heartbeat Common Dizziness Runny or blocked nose Diarrhea Impotence and low sex drive Low sperm count and movement Enlarged or painful breasts.
Expert Tips
Tell your doctor before the treatment commencement if you have lung and kidney disease. If you have ever fainted or felt dizzy when suddenly standing up, consult your doctor before taking Silofast 8mg Capsule, as it reduces blood pressure. Avoid making plans to have children because this medicine leads to abnormal ejaculation (decreases the amount of semen released during sex) that temporarily affects male fertility.
References
- Recordati Ireland Ltd., European Medicines Agency (EMA), [Revised on Sep 2014] [Accessed on 3 June 2023], https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/silodyx-epar-product-information_en.pdf
- Watson Laboratories, Inc., US Food & Drug Administration, [Revised on Jan 2013] [Accessed on 3 June 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/022206s012lbl.pdf
- Rossi M, Roumeguere T; Silodosin in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia. Published on 27th October 2010;[Accessed on 3 June 2023]; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2990389/
- Edward Chu, Langeâs Basic and clinical pharmacology, Adrenoceptors antagonist drugs,14th Edition, 2018, 160-161.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Silofast 8mg Capsule is intended only for male patients and is not recommended for pregnant women.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Silofast 8mg Capsule is safe for patients with lung problems. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Breastfeeding: unsafe Silofast 8mg Capsule is intended only for male patients and is not indicated for breastfeeding women.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.