Silofast 4 mg Capsule
Silofast-4 Capsule is a medicine used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. It is a condition that causes enlargement of the prostate glands leading to urinary problems like difficulty in urination, increased frequency, weak urine stream, etc. This medicine works by relaxing the muscles in your urinary bladder, urethra, and prostate. Thus, it relieves the symptoms of BPH.
Silofast-4 Capsule has certain side effects such as headache, dizziness, diarrhoea, stuffy nose, abnormal ejaculation, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects remain for a long time or become severe.
Silofast-4 Capsule should be taken as instructed by your doctor. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment based on the severity of your condition. Take this medicine with food to avoid the risk of side effects. For the ease of remembering and better results, take it at the same time every day. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without your doctor’s suggestion as your symptoms may reappear.
Silofast-4 Capsule is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Avoid taking this medicine if you have severe liver and/or kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure or undergoing cataract surgery (an eye surgery to replace the lens in the eyes with an artificial lens to correct the blurring of vision) Report all the medications you take including herbal supplements to your doctor as they may interact with this medication.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Silofast-4 Capsule
Chills
Dizziness
Confusion
Headache
Diarrhea
Stuffy nose
Sore throat
Low blood pressure
Abnormal ejaculation
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Uses of Silofast-4 Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a condition that causes enlargement of the prostate gland (a small gland in men that secretes fluid to nourish and transport the sperm). As the prostate surrounds the urethra (a tube that carries urine out of your body), an increase in the size of the prostate may lead to symptoms such as difficulty in urination, weak urinary stream, frequent urination, loss of bladder control, etc. Silofast-4 Capsule is used to treat the symptoms associated with BPH.
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When not to use?
Allergy
Avoid taking Silofast-4 Capsule if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Severe kidney impairment
Silofast-4 Capsule is removed from your body by the kidneys via urine. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems. It may lead to the accumulation of this medicine in your body and increases the risk of side effects.
Severe liver impairment
Silofast-4 Capsule is broken down in your liver. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use if you have severe liver problems as it may cause further liver damage.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Silofast-4 Capsule is not intended for use in women.
Breast-feeding
Silofast-4 Capsule is not intended for use in women.
General warnings
Use in women
Silofast-4 Capsule is not intended for use in women.
Cataract surgery
Cataract surgery is an eye surgery performed to replace the lens in your eyes with an artificial lens to correct the blurring of vision. Silofast-4 Capsule may lead to complications during cataract surgery. Hence, if you are taking this medicine, inform your doctor before undergoing surgery.
Low blood pressure
Silofast-4 Capsule may cause dilation of your blood vessels and lead to a decrease in blood pressure. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if have low blood pressure.
Other medicines
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines as they may interact with Silofast-4 Capsule and cause undesired effects.
Driving or operating machines
Silofast-4 Capsule may cause a decrease in blood pressure leading to symptoms like dizziness. Avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Silofast-4 Capsule. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Silofast-4 Capsule. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Avoid consumption of alcohol along with Silofast-4 Capsule as it may lower your blood pressure and increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, lightheadedness, etc.
Interaction with Medicine
Amitriptyline
Alprazolam
Nefazodone
Clotrimazole
Baclofen
Chlordiazepoxide
Canagliflozin
Conivaptan
Disease interactions
Kidney Disease
Silofast4 Capsule should be used with caution if you have mild to moderate kidney problems as it may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to periodically monitor your kidney function and recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.
Liver Disease
Silofast-4 Capsule should be used with caution if you have mild to moderate liver problems as this medicine may cause further liver damage. Your doctor may suggest tests to periodically monitor your liver function while taking this medicine.
Prostate cancer
Cancer of the prostate gland has similar symptoms to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Hence, it is important to know if you have prostate cancer before starting the treatment, or else it may deteriorate your condition. Hence, your doctor may suggest tests to rule out the presence of prostate cancer first before initiating the treatment with this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
Take Silofast4 Capsule with food or as directed by your doctor. Do not break, chew or crush the capsule. Take this medicine for the recommended duration.
Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose as it may increase the risk of side effects.
Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or become worse.
This medicine may cause a decrease in blood pressure and you may feel dizzy, especially at the beginning of the treatment. Hence, take Silofast-4 Capsule at bedtime so that your body can adjust to the medicine.
