About silodosin
Selective alpha-1A adrenergic blocker
Used for
- Relieves urinary symptoms caused by benign prostate enlargement.
Usual adult dose
Usually 8 mg by mouth once daily with a meal; lower doses may be used for kidney problems.
Common side effects
- Dizziness, especially when standing
- Ejaculation problems, including reduced or absent semen
- Diarrhea or nausea
- Low blood pressure or fainting
Important warnings
- Can cause dizziness or fainting, particularly when starting treatment.
- Tell clinicians before cataract surgery; the medicine can affect the iris.
- Use lower doses or avoid with significant kidney or liver problems.
- It treats symptoms, not prostate cancer or prostate growth.
Pregnancy
Not for use in pregnancy; it is intended for prostate conditions in men.
Breastfeeding
Not applicable for its intended use in men.
Interactions
- Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketoconazole, can raise silodosin levels.
- Blood-pressure medicines and erectile dysfunction drugs may increase fainting risk.
- Other alpha blockers can increase low-blood-pressure effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.