Silodom-S Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps relax the muscle of the urinary bladder and prostate gland. This way it helps relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine, nighttime urination, and sudden urge to urinate.
Silodom-S Tablet may be taken with Food to reduce stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on the severity of your condition. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly. Take it for as long as the doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits.
The most common side effects of this medicine include ejaculation disorders, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, nasal congestion, orthostatic hypotension, and cognitive disorders. If you experience any such side effects, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, liver, or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking, if any. It is intended for use in men only; women should not take the medicine. Avoid driving or doing anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while on treatment with Silodom-S Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that can make it difficult to pass urine, leading to frequent urination, a weak stream, and a feeling of incomplete emptying. Silodom-S Tablet helps relax the bladder and prostate muscles while also reducing bladder overactivity. It ease urine flow, lessen urgency and frequency, and improve overall bladder control, providing relief from urinary symptoms linked with prostate enlargement.
Side effects of Silodom-S Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Silodom-S
Headache
Diarrhea
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Cognitive disorder
Ejaculation disorder
Dizziness
How to use Silodom-S Tablet
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. Silodom-S Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How Silodom-S Tablet works
Silodom-S Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Silodosin and Solifenacin. Silodosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland, so urine is passed more easily. Solifenacin is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder to prevent frequent, urgent, or uncontrolled urination.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Silodom-S Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Silodom-S Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. Silodom-S Tablet is not indicated in women.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Silodom-S Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor. Silodom-S Tablet is not indicated in women.
Driving
UNSAFE
Silodom-S Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Silodom-S Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Silodom-S Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Silodom-S Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Silodom-S Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Silodom-S Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate.
You might feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. The full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.
Drinks containing caffeine (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and cola) may make your symptoms worse. This is because caffeine is a natural diuretic and will make you want to pass urine frequently. If you drink a lot of caffeine, consider switching to decaffeinated alternatives.
If you are scheduled to undergo eye surgery due to a cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor that you are taking this medicine.
Avoid the intake of excess fluid towards the bedtime since your sleep might get disturbed by the desire to get up and go to the toilet.
Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. To take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.
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Silodom-S Tablet is used to treat overactive bladder symptoms and enlarged prostate (BPH), helping reduce frequent urination, urgency, incomplete bladder emptying, and weak urine flow in men.
How does Silodom-S Tablet help with both bladder and prostate problems?
Silodosin in Silodom-S Tablet relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck to improve urine flow, while solifenacin calms bladder muscle spasms to reduce urgency and frequency, providing comprehensive symptom relief.
Can Silodom-S Tablet help if I have to wake up multiple times at night to urinate?
Yes. Silodom-S Tablet effectively reduces nocturia (nighttime urination) by improving bladder control and urine flow, helping you sleep better through the night.
How quickly can I expect relief from urinary symptoms after taking Silodom-S Tablet?
The exact time Silodom-S Tablet takes to provide relief from urinary symptoms is not known. However, many men notice improvement in urinary flow and reduced urgency within 1 to 2 weeks, with maximum benefits typically achieved after 4 to 8 weeks of regular use.
Will Silodom-S Tablet help reduce the feeling of not completely emptying my bladder?
Yes. By relaxing the prostate and improving bladder function, Silodom-S Tablet helps achieve more complete bladder emptying and reduces the sensation of incomplete voiding.
Can I take Silodom-S Tablet if I have both an enlarged prostate and an overactive bladder?
Yes. Silodom-S Tablet is specifically formulated for men who have both BPH and overactive bladder symptoms, addressing multiple urinary issues simultaneously.
Does Silodom-S Tablet reduce the risk of needing prostate surgery?
While Silodom-S Tablet effectively manages symptoms, long‑term use may help delay or reduce the need for surgical intervention by keeping symptoms well‑controlled.
Can Silodom-S Tablet cause dizziness when standing up?
Yes. Silodosin in Silodom-S Tablet may cause orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing from lying or sitting), which can lead to dizziness, especially when you first start treatment. You should stand up slowly from sitting or lying positions.
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