Silodosin is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The right dosage of Silodosin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Silodosin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Silodosin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Silodosin has a Not Used By Women effect for pregnant women and Not Used By Women effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Silodosin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Silodosin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Silodosin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Silodosin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Silodosin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Silodosin 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Silodosin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Silodosin safe for pregnant women?
Not Used by Women
Is the use of Silodosin safe during breastfeeding?
Not Used by Women
What is the effect of Silodosin on the Kidneys?
Silodosin 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.
What is the effect of Silodosin on the Liver?
Silodosin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Silodosin on the Heart?
Silodosin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Silodosin 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 Silodosin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silodosin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Silodosin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Silodosin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Silodosin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Silodosin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Silodosin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Silodosin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silodosin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Silodosin.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
