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SILOTIME 4MG CAP Substitute

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Composition:

SILODOSIN-4MG

Uses:

<p>SILOTIME 4MG CAP is used in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in men. The detailed uses of SILOTIME 4MG CAP are as follows:<br/></p><ul><li>Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): SILOTIME 4MG CAP helps reduce prostate size by blocking the production of hormones responsible for its growth, and also improves urinary flow, reducing symptoms such as difficulty urinating, frequent urges, and a weak urine stream.<br/></li><li>Relaxation of Bladder and Prostate Muscles: SILOTIME 4MG CAP works by relaxing the muscles in the bladder and prostate, making urination easier and helps relieve urinary discomfort associated with an enlarged prostate.<br/></li><li>Prevention of Urinary Blockage: SILOTIME 4MG CAP reduces the risk of complete urinary obstruction, which can occur if BPH is left untreated and helps maintain normal urinary function over time.<br/></li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • SILOTIME 4MG CAP belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
  • SILOTIME 4MG CAP helps alleviate the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, making it easier to pass urine and thereby increasing urine output and flow. 

FAQs

SILOTIME 4MG CAP is used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH) in men.

SILOTIME 4MG CAP works by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) on the prostate gland, bladder and urethra (urine pipe), thereby relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate. This helps in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass urine.

SILOTIME 4MG CAP may cause dizziness and drowsiness in rare cases. So, drive only if you are alert and avoid driving and operating machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy.

SILOTIME 4MG CAP may affect fertility as it causes ejaculation disorders such as retrograde ejaculation (orgasm with less or no semen) and anejaculation (inability to ejaculate semen). However, this is a temporary effect as is reversible on discontinuation of SILOTIME 4MG CAP. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of SILOTIME 4MG CAP. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of SILOTIME 4MG CAP. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking SILOTIME 4MG CAP are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

Do not take SILOTIME 4MG CAP after expiry. Expiry refers to the last date the manufacturer guarantees the potency (strength) of the medicine. Check the expiry date regularly and dispose of the medicine properly post expiry date.

SILOTIME 4MG CAP causes ejaculation disorders which could result in decreased erectile function. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

No, SILOTIME 4MG CAP does not cause high blood pressure. In some cases, it might cause low blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing up suddenly.

Let your doctor know if you have had cataract surgery or are due to undergo cataract surgery, as SILOTIME 4MG CAP may affect the pupil of the eye during cataract surgery. In some cases, intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS, loss of muscle tone in the iris) has been found.

SILOTIME 4MG CAP should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Take SILOTIME 4MG CAP with a meal at around the same time daily.

It is advised to take SILOTIME 4MG CAP for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition.

SILOTIME 4MG CAP may cause hypotension (low blood pressure), especially during the initial doses. Regularly monitor blood pressure and be cautious while driving or operating machinery.

SILOTIME 4MG CAP contains Silodosin, which belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).

Consult the doctor before taking sildenafil with SILOTIME 4MG CAP as combining these two medicines can lower the blood pressure and increase the risk of lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, headache, flushing and nasal congestion.

Side effects of SILOTIME 4MG CAP include ejaculation disorders (orgasm with reduced or no sperm), dizziness, diarrhoea, stuffy nose (nasal congestion), and orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.