Rapiflo 8mg Tablet

Short Description

Rapiflo 8mg Tablet is an alpha-adrenergic antagonist used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, relieving symptoms like difficulty in passing urine without decreasing prostate size.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Rapiflo 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, nasopharyngitis, 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.

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. Rapiflo 8mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Retrograde ejaculation Dizziness Diarrhea Orthostatic hypotension Headache Nasopharyngitis Nasal congestion

Alcohol Warning

Rapiflo 8mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Rapiflo 8mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Silodosin is not indicated for use in women.

Pregnancy Warning

Rapiflo 8mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Interacting Medicines

Atazanavir Fluconazole Indinavir Itraconazole

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

Rapiflo 8mg Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate. Rapiflo 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. Rapiflo 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 Rapiflo 8mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.