About Rapilif 8 Capsule
Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s belongs to the group of medicines called ‘alpha-blockers’ used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia – BPH) in men. The symptoms include painful urination, difficulty in urination, excess urination, and urge incontinence (inability to hold urine for a long time). Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition in which there is an enlargement of the prostate gland due to multiplication of the cells mostly in the men above 50 years of age. The growth of the prostate gland is non-cancerous in nature.
Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s contains ‘Silodosin’ that blocks receptors (alpha-1), responsible for causing the smooth muscles contraction located in the prostate and bladder and relaxes them. As a result, BPH symptoms like night time urination, sudden urge to urinate, difficulty in urination, and strain while urinating is reduced, and the ability to urinate is increased with increased urine flow/output.
Take Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s with food. Do not chew, break the tablet; swallow it as a whole with water. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s should not be taken unless prescribed by a doctor. You are advised to take Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as 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). Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Please do not stop taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s on your own as it could lead to recurring symptoms. Inform your doctor before taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s if you have low blood pressure, liver or kidney disease. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s is intended for use in men only; women should not take Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s, especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s should not be given to children as the safety and efficacy have not been established. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s causes dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption along with Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s to rule out any side-effects.
Uses of Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).
Medicinal Benefits
Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s belongs to the group of medicines called alpha-blockers used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) mostly in men above 50 years of age. The symptoms include painful urination, difficulty in urination, excess urination, and urgency in urination. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a medical condition in which there is an enlargement of the prostate gland which occurs due to multiplication of the cells. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s works by blocking the receptors (alpha 1) located in the prostate, bladder and urethra (urine pipe), thereby relaxes the muscles of bladder and prostate gland. This help in relieving the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and makes it easier to pass water, thereby increasing urine output and flow.
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Side Effects of Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s
Like all medicines, Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. 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) are the common side-effects of Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s. Please consult your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s if you are allergic to Silodosin, any alpha 1 blockers or any of its contents. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Please do not stop taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s on your own as it could lead to recurring symptoms. Inform your doctor before taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s if you have low blood pressure, liver or kidney disease. Talk to your doctor before taking Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s if you are undergoing eye surgery (cataract surgery) as cases of intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS) has been found in some cases. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s is intended for use in men only; women should not take Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s, especially pregnant or breastfeeding women. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s should not be given to children as the safety and efficacy have not been established. Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s causes dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption along with Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s as it could lead to increased dizziness.
Drug Interactions
DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS: Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s may have interaction with antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole), blood pressure-lowering pills (verapamil, metoprolol, diltiazem), antiviral (ritonavir), immune-suppressing drugs (cyclosporine), antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin), and erectile dysfunction pills (tadalafil, sildenafil).
FOOD-DRUG INTERACTIONS: Take Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s with or after food to reduce the severity of side-effects. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption along with Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s as it could lead to increased dizziness.
DRUG-DISEASE INTERACTION: Rapilif 8 Capsule 15’s may have interactions with hypotension (low blood pressure), liver impairment and severe kidney impairment.
