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Silodosin

सिलोडोसिन

What it is

Silodosin is a medication used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition where the prostate gland enlarges, making it difficult to urinate. It requires a prescription in India.

What it is used for

Silodosin is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition where the prostate gland enlarges, making it difficult to urinate.

  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

How it works

Silodosin works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder. This action allows urine to flow more easily, alleviating the symptoms of BPH.

How it is sold in India

In India Silodosin comes as capsules and tablets.

Common side effects

Most people have no side effects when taking Silodosin. However, some may experience side effects such as orgasm with little or no semen, diarrhea, dizziness, low blood pressure, and a stuffy or runny nose.

See a doctor straight away if

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Who should not take it

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Brand names

224 medicines sold in India contain Silodosin.

Brands sold in India include Silodal, Silofast, Silotime, Maxvoid, Alphacept, Avoprost, Sildoease, Sildoo. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.

Where this comes from

We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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