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Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:37 PM IST
Sildura 8 Capsule is 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. It contains Silodosin and Dutasteride, which relaxes smooth muscles in the bladder and prostate and shrink of the size of the prostate gland. It reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as dizziness, headache, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and diarrhoea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Sildura 8 Capsule

Sildura 8 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.

Sildura 8 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. Sildura 8 Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Take Sildura 8 Capsule as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Sildura 8 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 Sildura 8 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 Sildura 8 Capsule . Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the side effects like dizziness and low blood pressure. If you take Sildura 8 Capsule with any antihypertensive medicine, your blood pressure could suddenly drop to s life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Sildura 8 Capsule with antihypertensive drugs.

Uses of Sildura 8 Capsule

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

Medicinal Benefits

Sildura 8 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. Sildura 8 Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.

Directions for Use

Take Sildura 8 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Sildura 8 Capsule

  • 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 Sildura 8 Capsule if you are allergic to Sildura 8 Capsule and ingredients in it. Consult your doctor before taking Sildura 8 Capsule if you are taking medicines for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). If you take Sildura 8 Capsule with any antihypertensive medicine your blood pressure could suddenly drop to a life-threatening level. So avoid intake of Sildura 8 Capsule with antihypertensive drugs. Do not take Sildura 8 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 Sildura 8 Capsule as it may cause dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Sildura 8 Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness. Older patients may be more sensitive to the side effects of Sildura 8 Capsule , especially dizziness and low blood pressure when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Sildura 8 Capsule should not be given to women and children less than 18 years of age.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Sildura 8 Capsule 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: Sildura 8 Capsule may interact with grapefruit juice, alcohol, and tobacco. This may cause more side effects than it normally does. So, a Sildura 8 Capsule should not be taken along with them.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Sildura 8 Capsule 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 Sildura 8 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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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Sildura 8 Capsule 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 Sildura 8 Capsule as it is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men only.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Women should not use Sildura 8 Capsule as it is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men only.

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Driving

Caution

Sildura 8 Capsule may cause dizziness. Therefore you are advised to drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Sildura 8 Capsule 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

Sildura 8 Capsule 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

Sildura 8 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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FAQs

Sildura 8 Capsule is used to treat the symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in men.
No, Sildura 8 Capsule should not be taken along with blood-pressure-lowering medicines. Sildura 8 Capsule may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure which could lead to dizziness or fainting. Therefore, if Sildura 8 Capsule is taken along with blood pressure lowering medicines, it could lead to a severe decrease in blood pressure which could be lethal.
Yes, Sildura 8 Capsule may cause dizziness. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sildura 8 Capsule as it may cause dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
No, Sildura 8 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 Sildura 8 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 Sildura 8 Capsule .
Sildura 8 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. Sildura 8 Capsule reduces the BPH symptoms and improves your ability to urinate.
The side effects of Sildura 8 Capsule include dizziness, headache, diarrhoea, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), impotence (erectile dysfunction) and ejaculation disorder. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
You should take Sildura 8 Capsule for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. It is usually advised for long term use. If you discontinue Sildura 8 Capsule in the midway, it may worsen your condition.
Take Sildura 8 Capsule as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Take it at the same time every day. Do not miss doses or stop the treatment before the prescribed duration, even if you feel well.
Sildura 8 Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Even if you see improvement in your condition, do not stop using Sildura 8 Capsule too early as the symptoms may return or worsen.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) also known as prostate gland enlargement is a common condition in older men. The symptoms include urgent or frequent need to urinate, inability to completely empty the bladder and increased frequency of urination at night (nocturia).
The use of Sildura 8 Capsule is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to any ingredients of it. Sildura 8 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with underlying liver or kidney disease. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor.
Store Sildura 8 Capsule in a cool, dry and dark place. Keep it out of reach of children.
Sildura 8 Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Take it exactly as advised and do not miss any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and if any of the side effects bother you, inform your doctor.
It is best to take Sildura 8 Capsule after meals. Swallow it as whole with water. Do not open, chew or crush it. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

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