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SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE Substitute

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Composition:

SILODOSIN-8MG

Uses:

<p>SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE is used in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in men. The detailed uses of SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE are as follows:<br/></p><ul><li>Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE helps reduce prostate size by blocking the production of hormones responsible for its growth, and also improves urinary flow, reducing symptoms such as difficulty urinating, frequent urges, and a weak urine stream.<br/></li><li>Relaxation of Bladder and Prostate Muscles: SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE works by relaxing the muscles in the bladder and prostate, making urination easier and helps relieve urinary discomfort associated with an enlarged prostate.<br/></li><li>Prevention of Urinary Blockage: SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE reduces the risk of complete urinary obstruction, which can occur if BPH is left untreated and helps maintain normal urinary function over time.<br/></li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
  • SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE helps alleviate the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, making it easier to pass urine and thereby increasing urine output and flow. 

FAQs

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE is used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH) in men.

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE works by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe), thereby relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate. This helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine.

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE may cause dizziness and drowsiness in rare cases. So, drive only if you are alert and avoid driving and operating machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy.

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE may affect fertility as it causes ejaculation disorders such as retrograde ejaculation (orgasm with less or no semen) and anejaculation (inability to ejaculate semen). However, this is a temporary effect as is reversible on discontinuation of SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE . Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE . Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE . Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

Do not take SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE after expiry. Expiry refers to the last date the manufacturer guarantees the potency (strength) of the medicine. Check the expiry date regularly and dispose of the medicine properly post expiry date.

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE causes ejaculation disorders which could result in decreased erectile function. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

No, SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE does not cause high blood pressure. In some cases, it might cause low blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing up suddenly.

Let your doctor know if you have had cataract surgery or are due to undergo cataract surgery, as SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE may affect the pupil of the eye during cataract surgery. In some cases, intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS, loss of muscle tone in the iris) has been found.

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Take SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE with a meal at around the same time daily.

It is advised to take SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition.

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE may cause hypotension (low blood pressure), especially during the initial doses. Regularly monitor blood pressure and be cautious while driving or operating machinery.

SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE contains Silodosin, which belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).

Consult the doctor before taking sildenafil with SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE as combining these two medicines can lower the blood pressure and increase the risk of lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, headache, flushing and nasal congestion.

Side effects of SILOTRIF 8MG CAPSULE include ejaculation disorders (orgasm with reduced or no sperm), dizziness, diarrhoea, stuffy nose (nasal congestion), and orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.