Silodocia D8 Tablet

Quick info

Silodocia D8 Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland in men, such as difficulty urinating or frequent urination. Silodocia D8 Tablet is a combination of two medicines, Silodosin and Dutasteride, that work together to relieve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Silodosin is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland, facilitating easier urine passage. Dutasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that helps shrink the prostate gland by reducing the hormone levels that cause prostate growth. This medication is not used to prevent prostate cancer. Common side effects may include dizziness, blurred vision, and sexual dysfunction. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and consult a doctor for any concerns.

How it works

Silodocia D8 Tablet is a combination of Silodosin and Dutasteride. Silodosin relaxes the muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland to allow easy passage of urine. Dutasteride helps shrink the prostate gland by decreasing the level of the hormone that causes prostate growth.

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Silodocia D8 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Tips

• You have been prescribed Silodocia D8 Tablet to relieve the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
• Take it approximately 30 minutes after the same meal each day.
• Silodocia D8 Tablet may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
• If you are scheduled to undergo eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Silodocia D8 Tablet.
• It may cause difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (impotence), decreased sex drive, and ejaculation disorders such as decreased amount of semen produced or decreased sperm count.
• Do not donate blood for 6 months after taking the last dose of Silodocia D8 Tablet.