Sildoease 4 D Capsule 10

About Sildoease 4 D Capsule 10

Sildoease-4 D Capsule is used to manage the signs and symptoms of Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate. It is a combination medicine and belongs to the category of selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonists.

It also provides relief from lower urinary tract symptoms like dribbling, urinary retention, etc, associated with Benign Prostatic hyperplasia, which helps improve the quality of life of such patients. It does not cure the disease but provides efficient symptomatic relief.

Inform your doctor about any pre-existing diseases, allergies and the medicines you take. Your doctor will carefully review and decide regarding the dosage and frequency of use of this medicine. In case of any persistent or worsening side effects, seek medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Sildoease-4 D Capsule an antibiotic?

No, Sildoease-4 D Capsule is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called alpha-blockers. It is used to treat the symptoms of Benign prostatic hyperplasia or enlarged prostate in men who are aged above 50 years.

How long can Sildoease-4 D Capsule be taken?

Sildoease-4 D Capsule should be taken for as long as a doctor prescribes it.

Is Sildoease-4 D Capsule too hard on kidneys?

Yes. Sildoease-4 D Capsule should not be given to patients with severe kidney disease and also requires dose adjustment in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

How long does Sildoease-4 D Capsule take to work?

Sildoease-4 D Capsule takes a few days to show its effect of relieving lower urinary tract symptoms due to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.

Does Sildoease-4 D Capsule capsule cause retrograde ejaculation?

Yes, Sildoease-4 D Capsule causes the side effect of retrograde ejaculation, where the semen goes back into the urinary bladder instead of coming out. So on orgasm, the ejaculate has very little semen.

What class of medication is Sildoease-4 D Capsule?

It belongs to the alpha-blockers group of medicines. It is used to treat the symptoms of enlarged prostate in men.

Does Sildoease-4 D Capsule cause constipation?

No, Sildoease-4 D Capsule does not cause constipation. On the contrary, it can cause diarrhoea.

What are the main contents of Sildoease-4 D Capsule?

The main constituents of Sildoease-4 D Capsule are Silodosin and Dutasteride. It is a combination medicine and belongs to the category of selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonists.

What is the mode of the action of Sildoease-4 D Capsule?

The primary mechanism of Sildoease-4 D Capsule is by blocking alpha receptors present on the surface of the prostate, urinary bladder and urethra, thereby relaxing the smooth muscles of the bladder and prostate gland and enhancing the urine flow.

References

RAPAFLO ® (silodosin) Capsule for oral use. (n.d.). Fda.Gov.(Retrieved December 2023). https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/022206s012lbl.pdf
Silodosin. (n.d.). Medlineplus.Gov. (Retrieved December 2023). https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a609002.html
Dutasteride. (n.d.). Medlineplus.Gov. (Retrieved December 2023). https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a603001.html
Westfall, T.C., MacArthur, H., Westfall, D.P. (2018). Adrenergic Agonists and Antagonists. In Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics (13th ed., pp. 209, 221t, 523t). essay, McGraw Hill Medical.
Urorec. (n.d.). Europa.Eu.(Retrieved December 2023). https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/human/EPAR/urorec
DailyMed - RAPAFLO- silodosin capsule. (n.d.). Nih.Gov. (Retrieved December 2023). https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=96425d91-cfe1-477d-a130-b58c330ca8a3
Dutasteride. (n.d.). DrugBank Online | Database for Drug and Drug Target Info. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB0112

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Drug Category	Selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist
Therapeutic Category	Urology
Available Dosage Types	Capsule
Habit Forming	No
Ailment	Symptomatic relief from lower urinary tract symptoms in Benign prostatic hyperplasia

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