Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules Description
Silocap D Capsule is a combination medicine. It is used for the treatment of enlarged prostate gland in men. It contains silodosin and dutasteride as its main components. It helps in easing the sympt
oms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) like difficulty in passing urine, frequent urination, increased frequency of urination at night or inability to empty the bladder. This medicine is not meant to be used for the treatment of prostate cancer. Silocap D Capsule should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹455.40 |
You Save | ₹39.60 (8% on MRP) |
Contains | Silodosin(8.0 Mg) + Dutasteride(0.5 Mg) |
Uses | BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) |
Side effects | Unsteadiness, diarrhoea, headache, low blood pressure |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA |
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Uses of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Contraindications of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- If you are allergic to Silodosin, Dutasteride or any other ingredient of this medicine.
- If you suffer from a severe disorder of the liver or kidneys.
- If you are a female or a child.
- If you are taking medicines like ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir or cyclosporine.
Side effects of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Unsteadiness
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Low blood pressure
- Congestion in nose
- Problem in ejaculation
Precautions and Warnings of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You suffer from low or high blood pressure.
- You suffer from any eye disorder or planning to get eye surgery.
- You suffer from heart disease.
- You have any fungal or viral infection.
- You are taking medicines for lowering immunity.
- You may experience problems in ejaculation, which will get back to normal once this medicine is stopped.
- Do not give this medicine to women or children.
Mode of Action of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
How Does It Work?
- Silocap D Capsule contains silodosin and dutasteride.
- Silodosin which facilitates the flow of urine and relieves the discomfort due to the enlarged prostate gland while dutasteride reduces the size of the enlarged prostate gland. Together, both these medicines help in controlling the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia in men....
Directions for Use of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Silocap D Capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It should be taken with or after having your meal.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Interactions with other medicines
- Antifungal medicines such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, Immunosuppressant medicine such as cyclosporine and antiviral medicine such as ritonavir should be avoided with Silocap D Capsule.
- Concomitant use of blood pressure medicines should be done with caution, as it may lead to excessive lowering of blood pressure.
- Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid interactions.
Storage and disposal of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Store below 30°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Silocap D 8mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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References
- SILOFAST D Capsules [Internet]. CiplaMed. 2024 [cited 21 August 2024]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2024 [cited 21 August 2024]
- Dutasteride- Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 21 August 2024]
- Silodosin- Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 21 August 2024]
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