Silosam 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 Silosam safe for pregnant women?
Not Used by Women
Is the use of Silosam safe during breastfeeding?
Not Used by Women
What is the effect of Silosam on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Silosam . If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Silosam on the Liver?
Silosam can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Silosam on the Heart?
Silosam may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Silosam 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 Silosam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silosam habit forming or addictive?
Silosam does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Silosam , you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Silosam can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Silosam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Silosam in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Silosam
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Silosam together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silosam
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Silosam with alcohol will be.
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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
