Silodosin Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Silodosin Dosage & How to Take
Silodosin Side Effects
Silodosin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Silodosin with Other Drugs
Silodosin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Silodosin
Silodosin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Silodosin Benefits & Uses

Silodosin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Silodosin Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Silodosin Related Warnings

Is the use of Silodosin safe for pregnant women?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
Is the use of Silodosin safe during breastfeeding?

Not Used by Women

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.

Moderate
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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Silodosin on the Heart?

Silodosin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Silodosin with Other Drugs

Silodosin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Clarithromycin

Ritonavir

Sildenafil

Moderate

Verapamil

Diltiazem

Silodosin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silodosin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Cataract

Frequently asked Questions about Silodosin

Is this Silodosin habit forming or addictive?

Silodosin does not cause addiction.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Silodosin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Silodosin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Silodosin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Silodosin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Silodosin and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Silodosin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Silodosin.

Unknown