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Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
Silodosin (8mg)
₹209MRP ₹220In stock
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Prostagard 8 mg Capsule is used for treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Silodosin (8mg)
Available variants: capsule 8 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹209 (₹20.93 per capsule)
MRP: ₹220
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
Prostagard 8 mg Capsule contains Silodosin (8mg). It belongs to the Prescription-only medicine class of medicines.
Uses of Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia When your prostate gland becomes enlarged it can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and a need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently. It can also cause urine flow to be slower. If not treated
- there is a risk that your urine flow will be completely blocked. Prostagard-D8 Capsule is a combination of two medicines that reduces the size of your prostate by blocking the production of a hormone which causes it to grow. Additionally
- it relaxes the muscles in the bladder and prostate. Together they can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate. However
- it may take up to 6 months to notice the full benefits. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.
How Prostagard 8 mg Capsule works
Prostagard 8 Capsule is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.
How to take Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Prostagard-D8 Capsule should be taken with or after food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Prostagard-D8 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine may be harmful — seek medical advice immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
Most side effects of Prostagard are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Retrograde ejaculation Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing) Dizziness Headache Nasal congestion Diarrhea
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
| Pregnancy | Prostagard 8 Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | No information is available on the use of Prostagard 8 Capsule during lactation. Please consult your doctor. |
| Alcohol | Taking Silodosin with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience a headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. |
| Driving | Driving UNSAFE |
| Kidney | Prostagard 8 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Prostagard 8 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Prostagard 8 Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. |
| Liver | Prostagard 8 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prostagard 8 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Prostagard 8 Capsule in these patients. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
This is a prescription-only medicine. Take it exactly as your doctor has directed, for the period directed. Do not share it with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem the same. Tell your doctor about every other medicine, supplement and herbal product you take. Report any unexpected or severe symptom to your doctor rather than stopping on your own.
Do not take Prostagard if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will confirm this medicine is suitable for you.
Interactions with other medicines
Give your doctor and pharmacist a full list of everything you take.
How to store Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
You have been prescribed Prostagard-D8 Capsule to relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Take it approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day. Prostagard-D8 Capsule may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Prostagard-D8 Capsule. It may cause difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (impotence), decreased sex drive, and ejaculation disorders such as decreased amount of semen produced or decreased sperm count. Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Prostagard-D8 Capsule.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- UROLOGY
- Drug class:
- Prescription-only medicine
- Chemical class:
- Indolecarboxamide derivative
Substitutes for Prostagard 8 mg Capsule
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Silodosin (8mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
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Prostagard 8 mg Capsule FAQs
What is Prostagard 8 mg Capsule used for?
Prostagard 8 mg Capsule is commonly used for Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Prostagard 8 mg Capsule?
Prostagard 8 mg Capsule contains Silodosin (8mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Prostagard 8 mg Capsule?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Prostagard 8 mg Capsule work?
Prostagard 8 Capsule is an alpha blocker.
Is Prostagard 8 mg Capsule a prescription medicine?
Yes. Prostagard 8 mg Capsule is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Prostagard 8 mg Capsule?
The side effects reported most often with Prostagard are Retrograde ejaculation
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Dizziness
Headache
Nasal congestion
Diarrhea. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Prostagard 8 mg Capsule be taken during pregnancy?
Prostagard 8 Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Prostagard.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Prostagard 8 mg Capsule?
Taking Silodosin with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure.
What if I miss a dose of Prostagard 8 mg Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Prostagard-D8 Capsule, take it as soon as possible.
Is Prostagard 8 mg Capsule habit forming?
No. Prostagard 8 mg Capsule is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Prostagard 8 mg Capsule cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Prostagard 8 mg Capsule starts at ₹209 (MRP ₹220) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in capsule 8 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Prostagard 8 mg Capsule?
Prostagard 8 mg Capsule is manufactured by ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Prostagard 8 mg Capsule delivered?
Prostagard 8 mg Capsule is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Prostagard 8 mg Capsule, Quick facts
- Salt
- Silodosin (8mg)
- Form
- capsule
- Best price
- ₹209 (₹20.93 per capsule)
- MRP
- ₹220
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
- Manufacturer
- ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class
- UROLOGY
- Drug class
- Prescription-only medicine
- Chemical class
- Indolecarboxamide derivative
- Action class
- Uroselective Adrenergic Receptor(α1a) Antagonists
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- capsule 8 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Prostagard 8 mg Capsule is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Prostagard 8 mg Capsule.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.