Silofast 4mg Capsule

Introduction to Silofast 4mg Capsule

Silofast 4mg capsule contains the active ingredient silodosin. It belongs to the class of medications that target the human prostate, bladder base, bladder neck, and prostatic urethra. It treats the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with an enlarged prostate in adult men.

The prostate gland enlarges its size after 40 years of age. BPH symptoms include frequent urination, urgency, restriction of the urine flow, and painful bladder. Acute urine retention, characterized by painful urination, is most likely to develop in people with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Inform your doctor before using Silofast 4mg capsule if you have severe liver or kidney problems, dizziness, having cataract surgery, or have been taking blood pressure or antifungal medications.

Therapeutic Effects of Silofast 4mg Capsule

Silofast 4mg capsule is an alpha-blocker and is prescribed to treat the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It relaxes the smooth muscle in these tissues by blocking the receptor without impacting the contractility. It also helps to relieve urinary incontinence.

Interaction of Silofast 4mg Capsule with other drugs

Inform your physician about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, and nutritional or vitamin supplements you have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Silofast 4mg capsule and cause undesirable side effects.

More Information about Silofast 4mg Capsule

Store away from light & moisture at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Keep Silofast 4mg capsule out of sight and reach of children.

How to consume Silofast 4mg Capsule

Take a Silofast 4mg capsule capsule as prescribed by your doctor. Preferably, the capsule should be taken every day at the same time, with food. It is best to swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water rather than breaking or chewing it.

Safety Advices for Silofast 4mg Capsule

Pregnancy

Silofast 4mg capsule is intended only for male patients and is not recommended for pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Silofast 4mg capsule is intended only for male patients and is not indicated for breastfeeding women.

Lungs

It is unknown whether Silofast 4mg capsule is safe for patients with lung problems. Consult your doctor for more advice.

Liver

Silofast 4mg capsule is unsafe in patients with severe liver disorders. Inform your doctor if you have any liver disorders before taking this medication and have not been evaluated for this condition.

Alcohol

It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking Silofast 4mg capsule is safe. Please speak with your physician.

Driving

This medicine can cause blurred vision and dizziness. Avoid driving or using machines while taking Silofast 4mg capsule.

Side Effects of Silofast 4mg Capsule

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

Severe allergic reactions (Swelling on the face, tongue, or throat)
Skin reactions
Irregular heartbeat

Common

Dizziness
Runny or blocked nose
Diarrhea
Impotence and low sex drive
Low sperm count and movement
Enlarged or painful breasts.

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