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Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s

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Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

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About Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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.

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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. Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Take Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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 Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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 Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the side effects like dizziness and low blood pressure. If you take Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s with any antihypertensive medicine, your blood pressure could suddenly drop to s life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s with antihypertensive drugs.

Uses of Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s

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

Medicinal Benefits

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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. Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Directions for Use

Take Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Ejaculation disorder
  • Retrograde ejaculation
  • Impotence
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s if you are allergic to Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s and ingredients in it. Consult your doctor before taking Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s if you are taking medicines for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). If you take Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s with any antihypertensive medicine your blood pressure could suddenly drop to a life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s with antihypertensive drugs. Do not take Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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 Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s as it may cause dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness. Older patients may be more sensitive to the side effects of Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s, especially dizziness and low blood pressure when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s should not be given to women and children less than 18 years of age.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s interacts with medicines used to treat high blood pressure (prazosin, terazosin), drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil, tadalafil), azole antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole), HIV protease inhibitor (lopinavir, ritonavir).

Drug-Food Interaction: Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s may interact with grapefruit juice, alcohol, and tobacco. This may cause more side effects than it normally does. So, a Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s should not be taken along with them.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s should not be taken in patients with heart problems, 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PRAZOSIN
  • TERAZOSIN
  • SILDENAFIL
  • TADALAFIL
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • LOPINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR

Habit Forming

No

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.

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood pressure is required while taking Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s.

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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
Other Info - SIL0532

FAQs

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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. Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.
No, Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s should not be taken along with blood-pressure-lowering medicines. Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure which could lead to dizziness or fainting. Therefore, if Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s is taken along with blood pressure lowering medicines, it could lead to a severe decrease in blood pressure which could be lethal.
Yes, Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s may cause dizziness. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s as it may cause dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
No, Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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 Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s 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 Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s as it makes you pee more and can irritate your bladder and also increased dizziness and lower blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Women should not use Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s as it is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men only.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Women should not use Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s as it is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men only.

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Driving

Caution

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s may cause dizziness. Therefore you are advised to drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. The dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.

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Kidney

Caution

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. The dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.

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Children

Caution

Sildoo-D4/0.5mg Capsule 20s is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.

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