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Silocap, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The correct dosage of Silocap depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Silocap as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Silocap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Silocap has a Not Used By Women effect for pregnant women and Not Used By Women effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Silocap has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Silocap related warnings section.
Silocap is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Silocap are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Silocap with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Silocap, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Silocap 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 Silocap safe for pregnant women?
Not Used by Women
Is the use of Silocap safe during breastfeeding?
Not Used by Women
What is the effect of Silocap on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Silocap. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Silocap on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Silocap. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Silocap on the Heart?
Silocap is rarely harmful for the heart.
Silocap 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 Silocap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silocap habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Silocap is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Silocap as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Silocap only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Silocap is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Silocap
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Silocap together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silocap
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Silocap.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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