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Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Steris Healthcare

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS]

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Tanaji Chowk, Mumbai
Other Info - SIL0600

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Silodosia 8D Capsule is a combination of two drugs, namely; Silodosin and Dutasteride used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adults with an enlarged prostate gland. Silodosin belongs to a class of alpha-1 receptors (located in prostate and bladder) blocker that works by blocking the action of alpha-1 receptors and causes smooth muscle relaxation in the bladder and prostate. Dutasteride belongs to a class of 5-alpha reductase that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha reductase enzyme, resulting in a shrink of the size of the prostate gland. Silodosia 8D Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

No, Silodosia 8D Capsule should not be taken along with blood-pressure-lowering medicines. Silodosia 8D Capsule may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure which could lead to dizziness or fainting. Therefore, if Silodosia 8D Capsule is taken along with blood pressure lowering medicines, it could lead to a severe decrease in blood pressure which could be lethal.

Yes, Silodosia 8D Capsule may cause dizziness. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Silodosia 8D Capsule as it may cause dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

No, Silodosia 8D Capsule should not be taken by women. It is intended to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adult men only.

No, you are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Silodosia 8D Capsule as it makes you pee more and can irritate your bladder and also increase dizziness and lower blood pressure. Therefore, you are advised not to consume excessive amounts of alcohol while taking Silodosia 8D Capsule .

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

You are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Silodosia 8D Capsule as it makes you pee more and can irritate your bladder and also increased dizziness and lower blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Women should not use Silodosia 8D Capsule as it is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men only.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Women should not use Silodosia 8D Capsule as it is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men only.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Silodosia 8D Capsule may cause dizziness. Therefore you are advised to drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Silodosia 8D Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. The dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Silodosia 8D Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. The dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Silodosia 8D Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.

About Silodosia 8D Capsule

Silodosia 8D Capsule is a combination of medicine primarily used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adults with an enlarged prostate gland. It helps to relieve symptoms such as difficulty urinating or urge to urinate more often and improve your ability to urinate. The prostate is a small, muscular gland in the male reproductive system. Enlargement of the prostate is called BPH common condition as men get older (50-60 years). It occurs when the cells of the prostate gland begin to multiply. In an enlarged prostate gland, the bladder wall becomes thicker, and the bladder may weaken and lose the ability to empty fully, leaving some urine in the bladder.

Silodosia 8D Capsule is a combination of two drugs, namely; Silodosin and Dutasteride. Silodosin belongs to a class of alpha-1 receptors (located in prostate and bladder) blocker that works by blocking the action of alpha-1 receptors and causes smooth muscle relaxation in the bladder and prostate. Dutasteride belongs to a class of 5-alpha reductase that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha reductase enzyme, resulting in a shrink of the size of the prostate gland. Silodosia 8D Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Take Silodosia 8D Capsule as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Silodosia 8D Capsule based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as dizziness, headache, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually continue taking Silodosia 8D Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Try not to stop taking it on your own. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Silodosia 8D Capsule . Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the side effects like dizziness and low blood pressure. If you take Silodosia 8D Capsule with any antihypertensive medicine, your blood pressure could suddenly drop to s life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Silodosia 8D Capsule with antihypertensive drugs.

Uses of Silodosia 8D Capsule

To treat the symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in men.

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Key Benefits

Silodosia 8D Capsule is a combination of two drugs, namely; Silodosin and Dutasteride used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adults with an enlarged prostate gland. Silodosin belongs to a class of alpha-1 receptors (located in prostate and bladder) blocker that works by blocking the action of alpha-1 receptors and causes smooth muscle relaxation in the bladder and prostate. Dutasteride belongs to a class of 5-alpha reductase that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha reductase enzyme, resulting in a shrink of the size of the prostate gland. Silodosia 8D Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Directions for Use

Take Silodosia 8D Capsule with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Silodosia 8D Capsule

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Ejaculation disorder
  • Retrograde ejaculation
  • Impotence
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Silodosia 8D Capsule if you are allergic to Silodosia 8D Capsule and ingredients in it. Consult your doctor before taking Silodosia 8D Capsule if you are taking medicines for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). If you take Silodosia 8D Capsule with any antihypertensive medicine your blood pressure could suddenly drop to a life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Silodosia 8D Capsule with antihypertensive drugs. Do not take Silodosia 8D Capsule if you have/had a heart attack or stroke or heart failure, low blood pressure, kidney or liver disease, have certain eye diseases, loss of vision due to loss of blood flow to the optic (eye) nerve. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Silodosia 8D Capsule as it may cause dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Silodosia 8D Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness. Older patients may be more sensitive to the side effects of Silodosia 8D Capsule , especially dizziness and low blood pressure when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Silodosia 8D Capsule should not be given to women and children less than 18 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Coadministration of Silodosia 8d Cap with Ketoconazole may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure, and increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketoconazole with Silodosia 8d Cap together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Coadministration of Silodosia 8d Cap with Indinavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Silodosia 8d Cap, this may cause blood pressure to fall excessively and heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Silodosia 8d Cap with Indinavir together is not recommended s it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Coadministration of Itraconazole with Silodosia 8d Cap can increase the blood levels and effects of Silodosia 8d Cap, which may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure and increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Itraconazole with Silodosia 8d Cap together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Coadministration of Silodosia 8d Cap with Ritonavir can significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Silodosia 8d Cap, and this may cause low blood pressure and increase heart rate, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ritonavir and Silodosia 8d Cap together is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation-call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SilodosinConivaptan
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How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
When Silodosia 8d Cap and Conivaptan are taken together, may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Silodosia 8d Cap, this may cause blood pressure to fall excessively and heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Silodosia 8d Cap with Conivaptan together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Taking Silodosia 8d Cap with Clarithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Silodosia 8d Cap, this may cause blood pressure to fall excessively and heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clarithromycin and Silodosia 8d Cap is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Co-administration of Silodosia 8d Cap together with Voriconazole, may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Silodosia 8d Cap which may lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Voriconazole and Silodosia 8d Cap is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience dizziness, headache, heart palpitation-call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SilodosinNefazodone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Co-administration of Nefazodone and Silodosia 8d Cap together can increase the effect of Silodosia 8d Cap which may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure, increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nefazodone with Silodosia 8d Cap together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SilodosinAmprenavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Silodosia 8d Cap together can increase the effect of Silodosia 8d Cap which may lead to extremely low blood pressure, increased heart rate and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amprenavir and Silodosia 8d Cap together is avoided, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Silodosia 8d Cap:
Co-administration of Atazanavir and Silodosia 8d Cap together can increase the effectiveness of Silodosia 8d Cap which may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure, increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Atazanavir and Silodosia 8d Cap together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • RITONAVIR

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood pressure is required while taking Silodosia 8D Capsule .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercising may help your bladder empty at a normal rate.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively as consuming an excessive amount of alcohol may make you pee more and can irritate your bladder.
  •  Limit the amount of fluids and caffeine you drink, especially before you go out or go to bed.
  • Stay warm, cold can make it feel more urgent to pee.
  • Avoid usage of tobacco.
  • Do daily exercise to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles.

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