SILOFAST D 8MG TABLET

Uses and Benefits of SILOFAST D 8MG TABLET (Silodosin 8mg + Dutasteride 0.5mg)

This combination medicine is mainly prescribed for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition where the prostate gland becomes enlarged and causes urinary difficulties in men.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Relief of urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, such as weak stream, frequent urination, and difficulty starting urination
• Long-term management of BPH to reduce the size of the prostate
• Reducing the risk of acute urinary retention and need for prostate surgery in men with BPH

HOW IT WORKS

• Silodosin is an alpha-blocker that relaxes muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, improving urine flow
• Dutasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that reduces production of a hormone responsible for prostate enlargement, shrinking the gland over months
• Together they provide faster symptom relief and long-term prostate size reduction

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for prostate cancer treatment
• Not used for urinary tract infections
• Not used in women or children
• Not a substitute for emergency treatment of complete urinary blockage

Side Effects of SILOFAST D 8MG TABLET (Silodosin 8mg + Dutasteride 0.5mg)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Decreased or abnormal ejaculation
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Headache
• Low blood pressure on standing up

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Reduced sex drive
• Erectile difficulties
• Breast tenderness or enlargement
• Diarrhoea
• Weakness or tiredness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Fainting or severe dizziness
• Prolonged and painful erection
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, or throat and difficulty breathing
• Signs of liver problems such as yellowing of eyes/skin, dark urine, severe stomach pain
• Chest pain or irregular heartbeat

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use SILOFAST D 8MG TABLET (Silodosin 8mg + Dutasteride 0.5mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
• Take after the same meal every day to maintain consistent absorption
• Swallow the capsule/tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it
• Do not stop taking it suddenly even if symptoms improve, as prostate shrinkage takes several months
• Continue regular follow-up visits so your doctor can monitor your response

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original pack until it is time to take it
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Safety Information and Precautions for SILOFAST D 8MG TABLET (Silodosin 8mg + Dutasteride 0.5mg)

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to silodosin, dutasteride, or any other ingredient in the medicine
• Have severe liver disease
• Are a woman or child (this medicine is meant only for adult men)
• Have severe kidney disease requiring dialysis, unless specifically advised by a doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have low blood pressure or a history of fainting
• Are scheduled for cataract or eye surgery
• Have liver or kidney problems
• Plan to have a PSA (prostate-specific antigen) blood test, as this medicine can lower PSA levels
• Have a partner who is or may become pregnant, as this medicine can be absorbed through skin and semen

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other alpha-blockers used for blood pressure or prostate
• Strong antifungal or antibiotic medicines (like ketoconazole, ritonavir)
• Medicines for erectile dysfunction
• Blood pressure lowering medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to see improvement in symptoms?

Silodosin may relieve symptoms within days, while dutasteride's prostate-shrinking effect can take three to six months of regular use.

Can my wife handle this medicine if she is pregnant?

Pregnant women should avoid handling broken or leaking capsules and should not have contact with semen from a man taking this medicine, as it may harm a male fetus.

Will this medicine affect my PSA test results?

• Yes, dutasteride typically lowers PSA levels, so inform your doctor that you are taking this medicine before any PSA blood test.
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