Can a patient who has been taking Tamsulosin and Dutasteride for about five years but is still urinating very often switch to Prostagard (Silodosin and Dutasteride), and if so, should they take the 4mg or 8mg dose of Silodosin?
Yes, it is possible to switch from tamsulosin to silodosin (found in Prostagard, combined with dutasteride), as silodosin targets the bladder more specifically. The choice between the 4 mg and 8 mg dose of silodosin depends heavily on your kidney function; 8 mg is the standard dose, while 4 mg is recommended if there is kidney impairment. Because your symptoms persist, please consult your urologist before making this switch. They can safely evaluate your kidney function and prostate to determine the right dose for you.
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Can a patient who has been taking Tamsulosin and Dutasteride for about five years but is still urinating very often switch to Prostagard (Silodosin and Dutasteride), and if so, should they take the 4mg or 8mg dose of Silodosin?