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Rapilif D 8 New Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 CAPSULES
Rapilif D 8 New Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 CAPSULES
Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Composition :

DUTASTERIDE-0.5MG + SILODOSIN-8MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Rapilif D 8 New Capsule

Rapilif D 8 New Capsule is a combination of medicine primarily used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adults with an enlarged prostate gland. It helps to relieve symptoms such as difficulty urinating or urge to urinate more often and improve your ability to urinate. The prostate is a small, muscular gland in the male reproductive system. Enlargement of the prostate is called BPH common condition as men get older (50-60 years). It occurs when the cells of the prostate gland begin to multiply. In an enlarged prostate gland, the bladder wall becomes thicker, and the bladder may weaken and lose the ability to empty fully, leaving some urine in the bladder.

Rapilif D 8 New Capsule is a combination of two drugs, namely; Silodosin and Dutasteride. Silodosin belongs to a class of alpha-1 receptors (located in prostate and bladder) blocker that works by blocking the action of alpha-1 receptors and causes smooth muscle relaxation in the bladder and prostate. Dutasteride belongs to a class of 5-alpha reductase that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha reductase enzyme, resulting in a shrink of the size of the prostate gland. Rapilif D 8 New Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Take Rapilif D 8 New Capsule as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Rapilif D 8 New Capsule based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as dizziness, headache, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and diarrhoea. 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 D 8 New Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Try not to stop taking it on your own. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule . Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the side effects like dizziness and low blood pressure. If you take Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with any antihypertensive medicine, your blood pressure could suddenly drop to s life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with antihypertensive drugs.

Uses of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule

To treat the symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in men.

Directions for Use

Take Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Rapilif D 8 New Capsule is a combination of two drugs, namely; Silodosin and Dutasteride used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adults with an enlarged prostate gland. Silodosin belongs to a class of alpha-1 receptors (located in prostate and bladder) blocker that works by blocking the action of alpha-1 receptors and causes smooth muscle relaxation in the bladder and prostate. Dutasteride belongs to a class of 5-alpha reductase that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha reductase enzyme, resulting in a shrink of the size of the prostate gland. Rapilif D 8 New Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Rapilif D 8 New Capsule if you are allergic to Rapilif D 8 New Capsule and ingredients in it. Consult your doctor before taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule if you are taking medicines for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). If you take Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with any antihypertensive medicine your blood pressure could suddenly drop to a life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with antihypertensive drugs. Do not take Rapilif D 8 New Capsule if you have/had a heart attack or stroke or heart failure, low blood pressure, kidney or liver disease, have certain eye diseases, loss of vision due to loss of blood flow to the optic (eye) nerve. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule as it may cause dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness. Older patients may be more sensitive to the side effects of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule , especially dizziness and low blood pressure when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Rapilif D 8 New Capsule should not be given to women and children less than 18 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SilodosinVoriconazole
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SilodosinNefazodone
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SilodosinVoriconazole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Co-administration of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together with Voriconazole, may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule which may lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Voriconazole and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience dizziness, headache, heart palpitation-call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SilodosinNefazodone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Co-administration of Nefazodone and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together can increase the effect of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule which may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure, increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nefazodone with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SilodosinAtazanavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Co-administration of Atazanavir and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together can increase the effectiveness of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule which may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure, increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Atazanavir and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SilodosinIndinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Coadministration of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with Indinavir may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule, this may cause blood pressure to fall excessively and heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with Indinavir together is not recommended s it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SilodosinPosaconazole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Coadministration of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule and posaconazole may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Posaconazole and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, nasal congestion, and headache. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SilodosinNelfinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Coadministration of Nelfinavir and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule can increase the effect of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule which may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure, increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nelfinavir and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together is not recommended but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation-call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SilodosinRitonavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Coadministration of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with Ritonavir can significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule, and this may cause low blood pressure and increase heart rate, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ritonavir and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation-call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SilodosinConivaptan
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
When Rapilif D 8 New Capsule and Conivaptan are taken together, may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule, this may cause blood pressure to fall excessively and heart rate to increase, especially when you rise from a sitting or lying position.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with Conivaptan together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SilodosinTelithromycin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Co-administration of Telithromycin and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together can increase the effect of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule which may lead to side effects like extremely low blood pressure and increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telithromycin and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, heart palpitation, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SilodosinDelavirdine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rapilif D 8 New Capsule:
Co-administration of Delavirdine and Rapilif D 8 New Capsule together can increase the effect of Rapilif D 8 New Capsule which may lead to side effects including extremely low blood pressure, increased heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule with Delavirdine together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, nasal congestion, or heart palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercising may help your bladder empty at a normal rate.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively as consuming an excessive amount of alcohol may make you pee more and can irritate your bladder.
  •  Limit the amount of fluids and caffeine you drink, especially before you go out or go to bed.
  • Stay warm, cold can make it feel more urgent to pee.
  • Avoid usage of tobacco.
  • Do daily exercise to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles.

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Written By

Urvashi Bharti

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Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:31 AM IST

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FAQs

Rapilif D 8 New Capsule is a combination of two drugs, namely; Silodosin and Dutasteride used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adults with an enlarged prostate gland. Silodosin belongs to a class of alpha-1 receptors (located in prostate and bladder) blocker that works by blocking the action of alpha-1 receptors and causes smooth muscle relaxation in the bladder and prostate. Dutasteride belongs to a class of 5-alpha reductase that works by blocking the action of a 5-alpha reductase enzyme, resulting in a shrink of the size of the prostate gland. Rapilif D 8 New Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

No, Rapilif D 8 New Capsule should not be taken along with blood-pressure-lowering medicines. Rapilif D 8 New Capsule may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure which could lead to dizziness or fainting. Therefore, if Rapilif D 8 New Capsule is taken along with blood pressure lowering medicines, it could lead to a severe decrease in blood pressure which could be lethal.

Yes, Rapilif D 8 New Capsule may cause dizziness. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule as it may cause dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

No, Rapilif D 8 New Capsule should not be taken by women. It is intended to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adult men only.

No, you are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule as it makes you pee more and can irritate your bladder and also increase dizziness and lower blood pressure. Therefore, you are advised not to consume excessive amounts of alcohol while taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • TADALAFIL
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  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • LOPINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood pressure is required while taking Rapilif D 8 New Capsule .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): is an enlargement of the prostate gland. The prostate is a small, muscular gland in the male reproductive system. It is a common condition as men get older (50-60 years). It occurs when the cells of the prostate gland begin to multiply. In an enlarged prostate gland, the bladder wall becomes thicker, and the bladder may weaken and lose the ability to empty fully, leaving some urine in the bladder. Symptoms of BPH include frequent or urgent need to urinate, nocturia (increased frequency of urination at night, difficulty starting urination, inability to empty the bladder, painful urination, blood in the urine.

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