SILOFAST D 8MG CAP

Overview

SILOFAST D 8MG CAP is a Schedule H drug.

SILOFAST D 8MG CAP is composed of: SILODOSIN (8.0 MG), DUTASTERIDE (0.5 MG)

Silodosin is an alpha-adrenergic blocker. Silodosin helps relax the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.Silodosin is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.This is not harmful and is reversible once silodosin is discontinued.

Dutasteride prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).Dutasteride is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate. Dutasteride helps improve urinary flow and may also reduce your need for prostate surgery later on.Dutasteride is sometimes given with another medication called tamsulosin.Dutasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. It blocks an enzyme which is necessary to change testosterone to another hormone that causes the prostate to grow. As a result, it helps to shrink the prostate and relieve the symptoms like difficulty in passing urine.

Usage

SILODOSIN is generally used to treat: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
SILODOSIN can address symptoms like: Slow Or Weak Urine Stream, Difficulty Urinating, Sudden Urge To Urinate

DUTASTERIDE is generally used to treat: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
DUTASTERIDE can address symptoms like: Frequent Urge To Urinate, Difficulty Urinating, Frequent Nighttime Urination

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

SILOFAST D 8MG CAP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for SILOFAST D 8MG CAP and its Constituents

• You should not take silodosin if you have severe kidney or liver disease.
• Do not take silodosin together with similar medicines such as alfuzosin, doxazosin, prazosin, tamsulosin, or terazosin.
• You should not take silodosin if you are allergic to it.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
• Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Silodosin is usually taken once daily with a meal
• While using silodosin, your blood pressure and prostate will need to be checked often.
• This medicine may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
• Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
• Get up slowly from bed while taking this medication as silodosin can result in postural hypotension.
• Silodosin is prescribed only for men and is not advisable for women especially during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Your doctor has prescribed Dutasteride to shrink the enlarged prostate and reduce the risk of urinary retention.
• It may take 3 to 6 months to see the full beneficial effect of Dutasteride. Hence, continue taking the medicine as advised by your doctor.
• Dutasteride is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive.
• Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Dutasteride.
• Dutasteride should never be taken by a woman or a child.
• Do not chew, crush, or open a dutasteride capsule. Swallow the capsule whole.
• Dutasteride can irritate your lips, mouth, or throat if the capsule has been broken or opened before you swallow it.
• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Follow the directions on your prescription label.Take dutasteride with a full glass of water.
• Dutasteride can be taken with or without food.

Symptoms of Overdosage

SILODOSIN over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Fainting
DUTASTERIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

SILODOSIN : Blood Pressure, Low, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Head Headache, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness, Chills, Confusion, Lightheadedness, Nasal Congestion
DUTASTERIDE : Impotence, Unable To Obtain Or Maintain Erection, Face Swelling

Serious Side-Effects

SILODOSIN : Orthostatic Hypotension, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue, Difficulty Breathing
DUTASTERIDE : Impotence

Rare Side-Effects

SILODOSIN : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Food Interactions

Do not consume grapefruit juice with silodosin to avoid the dangerous side effects of the drug.

Disease Interactions

DUTASTERIDE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

SILODOSIN is categorized as: ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS, PERIPHERALLY ACTING / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
DUTASTERIDE is categorized as: 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITORS / HORMONES

Available Alternatives for SILOFAST D 8MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FLOSPURT-D TAB	INR 324.2 for 10 TABLETS	SILODOSIN 8 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
GERIPOD-D CAP	INR 339 for 10 CAPSULES	SILODOSIN 8.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
RAPILIF-D 8/0.5 CAP	INR 309 for 10 CAPSULES	SILODOSIN 8.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
RAPILIF-D COMBI CAP	INR 295 for 20 CAPSULES	SILODOSIN 8 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILDURA 8MG/0.5MG TAB	INR 320 for 20 TABLETS	SILODOSIN 8.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILOCAP D 8MG/0.5MG TAB	INR 295 for 10 TABLETS	SILODOSIN 8.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILOCAP D TAB	INR 295 for 10 TABLETS	SILODOSIN 8 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILODAL D 8 CAP	INR 320 for 10 CAPSULES	SILODOSIN 8.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILODAL D 8MG COMBI PACK	INR 320 for 1 KIT	SILODOSIN 8 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILOFAST D 8MG CAP	INR 324.5 for 10 CAPSULES	SILODOSIN 8.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILOTIME D 8MG/0.5MG TAB	INR 295 for 10 TABLETS	SILODOSIN 8.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

SILDURA 4MG/0.5MG TAB	INR 195 for 20 TABLETS	SILODOSIN 4.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILODAL D 4 CAP	INR 195 for 10 CAPSULES	SILODOSIN 4.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILODAL D 4MG COMBI PACK	INR 210 for 1 KIT	SILODOSIN 4 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG
SILOFAST D 4MG CAP	INR 264 for 10 CAPSULES	SILODOSIN 4.0 MG, DUTASTERIDE 0.5 MG