Silodal D 8 Capsule Information

Silodal D 8 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Silodal D 8 Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Silodal D 8 Capsule. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Silodal D 8 Capsule have been listed ahead. These side effects of Silodal D 8 Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Silodal D 8 Capsule's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Silodal D 8 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Silodal D 8 Capsule related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Silodal D 8 Capsule since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Silodal D 8 Capsule contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Silodal D 8 Capsule with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Silodal D 8 Capsule is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Silodal D Benefits & Uses
Silodal D Dosage & How to Take
Silodal D Side Effects
Silodal D Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Silodal D with Other Drugs
Silodal D Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Silodal D
Silodal D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Silodal D 8 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Silodal D 8 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Silodal D 8 Capsule Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult(Male)	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 8 mg silodosin and 0.5 mg dutasteride
Geriatric	Disease: Enlarged Prostate Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 8 mg silodosin and 0.5 mg dutasteride

Silodal D 8 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Silodal D 8 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Silodal D. If you are pregnant, do not take Silodal D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Silodal D 8 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Silodal D may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Silodal D should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Silodal D 8 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Silodal D does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Silodal D 8 Capsule on the Liver?

Silodal D 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 Silodal D 8 Capsule on the Heart?

Using Silodal D does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Silodal D 8 Capsule with Other Drugs

Silodal D 8 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Clarithromycin

Ritonavir

Sildenafil

Moderate

Silodal D 8 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silodal D 8 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Cataract
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Silodal D 8 Capsule

Is this Silodal D 8 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Silodal D 8 Capsule does not cause addiction.

Silodal D 8 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Silodal D 8 Capsule

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Silodal D 8 Capsule and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silodal D 8 Capsule

Information about the interaction of Silodal D 8 Capsule and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Silodal D 8 Capsule