Silozem Benefits & Uses

Silozem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Silozem 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: 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: 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

Silozem Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Silozem is used -

Moderate

Ejaculation disorder
Confusion

Mild

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Rash

Unknown

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Loss of appetite

Silozem Related Warnings

Is the use of Silozem safe for pregnant women?

Not Used by Women

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

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
What is the effect of Silozem on the Kidneys?

Silozem can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Silozem on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Silozem. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Silozem on the Heart?

Side effects of Silozem rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Silozem with Other Drugs

Silozem 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

Silozem Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Cataract

Frequently asked Questions about Silozem

Is this Silozem habit forming or addictive?

Silozem does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Silozem you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Silozem is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Silozem for mental disorders.

No

Silozem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Silozem

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Silozem with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Silozem

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Silozem with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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

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