Silosam 8 Tablet

Composition of Silosam 8 Tablet

Silosam 8 Tablet contains Silodosin (8mg). It belongs to the Prescription-only medicine class of medicines.

Uses of Silosam 8 Tablet

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 the 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. Silosam 8 Tablet works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate. So
• it can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.

How Silosam 8 Tablet works

Silosam 8 Tablet 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 Silosam 8 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Silosam 8 Tablet 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 Silosam 8 Tablet, 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 Silosam 8 Tablet

Most side effects of Silosam are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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 Silosam 8 Tablet

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 Silosam 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 Silosam 8 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Silosam 8 Tablet

Silosam 8 Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate. Silosam 8 Tablet must be taken with food. You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks. Silosam 8 Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Silosam 8 Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SAMARTH LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

UROLOGY

Drug class:

Prescription-only medicine

Chemical class:

Indolecarboxamide derivative