Silodozen 8mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 22 Dec 2025 | 05:45 PM (IST)

Silodozen 8mg Tablet is an alpha-adrenergic antagonist that is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine. However, it does not decrease the size of the prostate.

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General Information

Contains

Silodosin (8mg)

Marketer

Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Silodozen 8mg Tablet is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken with food, but take at the same time regularly. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.

Some common side effects of this medicine are retrograde ejaculation, dizziness, diarrhea, orthostatic hypotension, headache, and nasal congestion. If any of the side effects persist or bother you, you must consult the doctor without delay.

Simple lifestyle changes can help you manage your symptoms better. Try to urinate as soon as you feel the urge, however, never strain or push to empty your bladder. You should avoid drinking caffeinated or alcoholic drinks at night and a few hours before going to bed or going out.

Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. If you have to undergo eye surgery due to cataracts or glaucoma then inform your eye doctor about the usage of this medicine. Patients with liver or kidney disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription, and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.

Uses of Silodozen Tablet

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Benefits of Silodozen Tablet

Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia
When your prostate gland becomes enlarged it can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and the need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently. It can also cause urine flow to be slower. If not treated, there is a risk that your urine flow will be completely blocked. Silodozen 8mg Tablet works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and prostate. So, it can rapidly relieve the symptoms and make it easier for you to urinate. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed for maximum benefits.

Side effects of Silodozen 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 Silodozen

Dizziness
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Diarrhea

How to use Silodozen 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. Silodozen 8mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Silodozen Tablet works

Silodozen 8mg Tablet is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.

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Quick tips

Silodozen 8mg Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.
Silodozen 8mg Tablet must be taken with food.
You will feel better within hours or days of starting the treatment. Full effect is usually seen within 2 weeks.
Silodozen 8mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
If you are scheduled to undergo an eye surgery due to cataract or glaucoma, inform your eye doctor about the usage of Silodozen 8mg Tablet.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Silodozen 8mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Silodozen 8mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Silodosin is not indicated for use in women.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Silodozen 8mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Silodosin is not indicated for use in women.

Driving

CAUTION

Silodozen 8mg Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to changes in blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Silodozen 8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Silodozen 8mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Silodozen 8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Limited information is available on the use of Silodozen 8mg Tablet in these patients.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Silodozen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Sildenafil (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. It is recommended to lie down if you experience symptoms such as headache, fatigue, sweating or dizziness until they fade away and consult your doctor.

Moderate

Dapoxetine (Oral Route)

Monitor your blood pressure regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required.

Moderate

Tadalafil (Oral Route)

Moderate

Bortezomib (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor blood pressure and adjust the dose, if required.

Moderate

Thalidomide (Oral Route)

watch out for symptoms such as breathlessness, fatigue, drowsiness, sedation or faintness or vomiting and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Frequently asked questions

What is Silodozen 8mg Tablet used for?

Silodozen 8mg Tablet is a medicine given for the treatment of difficulty in urination, urinary dribbling, a strong urge to urination, and frequent urination during the night. It is also used to relieve other symptoms associated with benign enlargement of the prostate gland. It works by reducing the tension in the muscles of the urinary tract like the prostate gland and urethra. It facilitates an easier flow of urine through the urethra, and hence, is very useful in men with difficulty of urination.

When should I take Silodozen 8mg Tablet?

It is usually advised to take the dose of Silodozen 8mg Tablet daily with a meal. Prefer taking it at the same time of the day. In patients with any kidney impairment, the dose is reduced by the doctor. Patients who are unable to swallow the capsules can open the capsule and sprinkle the powder on a tablespoon of apple sauce. Consume this mixture immediately within 5 minutes without chewing and drink a glass of cool water immediately afterwards.

Can I undergo cataract surgery while taking Silodozen 8mg Tablet?

In some cases, Silodozen 8mg Tablet has shown specific side effect on the eyes. It has been observed that during an eye surgery the iris tends to get floppy and pupil size becomes small in patients taking Silodozen 8mg Tablet. This makes the operation difficult and tedious. Hence, you should always inform your eye specialist about any history related to the use of Silodozen 8mg Tablet. Also, the doctor should be informed about all the medication that you are on before starting the treatment.

Can Silodozen 8mg Tablet cause erectile dysfunction?

Silodozen 8mg Tablet usually does not affect erectile function. However, Silodozen 8mg Tablet may cause other sexual problems like ejaculatory dysfunction and failure to ejaculate. If you experience any side effects or uneasiness while taking this medication, contact your doctor immediately.

Does Silodozen 8mg Tablet lower blood pressure?

Yes, Silodozen 8mg Tablet may cause a drop in blood pressure. This most commonly occurs while taking the first dose of this medicine. Hence, you should be cautious while driving, operating any machinery, or doing any important work during the initial days of treatment. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medication.

Can I take sildenafil while taking Silodozen 8mg Tablet?

You must consult your doctor before you start taking these medications. Silodozen 8mg Tablet can sometimes cause low blood pressure and fainting. Taking sildenafil along with Silodozen 8mg Tablet can further deteriorate the condition. It could also lead to increased chances of drop in blood pressure in a few sensitive patients. As a result, there could be increase in chances of fainting which could be dangerous.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Indolecarboxamide derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Action Class

Uroselective Adrenergic Receptor(α1a) Antagonists

References

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Marketer details

Name: Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: “Elder House” Plot No. C-9, Dalia Industrial Estate, Off Veera Desai Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053.

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Silodozen Tablet

Benefits of Silodozen Tablet

Side effects of Silodozen Tablet

How to use Silodozen Tablet

How Silodozen Tablet works

All substitutes for Silodozen 8mg Tablet

Sildohyp 8mg Tablet

Geripod 8 Tablet

Maxvoid 8 Tablet

Rapilif 8 Tablet

Silotime 8 Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Sildenafil (Oral Route)

Dapoxetine (Oral Route)

Tadalafil (Oral Route)

Bortezomib (Injection Route)

Thalidomide (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Silodozen 8mg Tablet used for?

When should I take Silodozen 8mg Tablet?

Can I undergo cataract surgery while taking Silodozen 8mg Tablet?

Can Silodozen 8mg Tablet cause erectile dysfunction?

Does Silodozen 8mg Tablet lower blood pressure?

Can I take sildenafil while taking Silodozen 8mg Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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