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Silodosin is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The right dosage of Silodosin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Silodosin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Silodosin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Silodosin has a Not Used By Women effect for pregnant women and Not Used By Women effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Silodosin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Silodosin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Silodosin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Silodosin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Silodosin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Silodosin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Is the use of Silodosin safe for pregnant women?
Not Used by Women
Is the use of Silodosin safe during breastfeeding?
Not Used by Women
What is the effect of Silodosin on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Silodosin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Silodosin on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Silodosin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Silodosin on the Heart?
Silodosin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Silodosin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silodosin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silodosin habit forming or addictive?
Silodosin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Silodosin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Silodosin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Silodosin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Silodosin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Silodosin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silodosin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Silodosin.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rapaflo® (silodosin)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1137-1138