Sidopac 4mg Tablet

Sidopac 4mg 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.

Sidopac 4mg 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.

• Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia

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. Sidopac 4mg 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.

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 Silodom

• Retrograde ejaculation
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
• Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Sidopac 4mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Sidopac 4mg Tablet is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily.

• Sidopac 4mg Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms of enlarged prostate. It does not decrease the size of the prostate.

• Sidopac 4mg 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.

• Sidopac 4mg 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 Sidopac 4mg Tablet.

• Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

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