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Silodosin
Latest prescription information about Silodosin. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Silodosin
Pronunciation : sil-OH-doe-sin
Trade Name(s):
International- Rapaflo. This medication is a α1-adrenoceptor antagonist, prescribed for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (enlarged prostate). When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : The recommended dose is 8 mg orally once daily with a meal. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of low blood pressure, kidney or liver disease, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery, and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. * This medication is not advisable for use in women. Side Effects : Dry orgasm (Retrograde Ejaculation), dizziness, diarrhea, low blood pressure, headache and nasal congestion. * Monitor kidney, liver function regularly while taking this medication. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (25°C) and in an airtight container. |
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