Silodosin + Solifenacin
Information about Silodosin + Solifenacin
Silodosin + solifenacin uses
Silodosin+Solifenacin is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
How silodosin + solifenacin works
This 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.
Common side effects of silodosin + solifenacin
Ejaculation disorder, Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Cognitive disorder
Available Medicine for Silodosin + Solifenacin
Expert advice for Silodosin + Solifenacin
- Silodosin + Solifenacin 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.