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Rapaflo Capsules
Rapaflo Capsules Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Rapaflo (silodosin) is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). It is in a group of drugs called alpha-adrenergic blockers. Common side effects include mild dizziness, weakness, headache, sleep problems (insomnia), diarrhea, stomach pain, decreased amount of semen released during sex, runny/stuffy nose, or sore throat.
The recommended dose of Rapaflo is 8 mg orally once daily with a meal. Rapaflo may interact with etoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, diltiazem, erythromycin, verapamil, cyclosporine, other alpha-blockers, digoxin, sildenafil, tadalafil, or anti-hypertensives. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. Although Rapaflo is not for use in women, this medication is not expected to be harmful to a fetus. If you are a woman using this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk, or if it could harm a nursing baby. Consult your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
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Rapaflo Capsules Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
RAPAFLO, a selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) [see Clinical Studies]. RAPAFLO is not indicated for the treatment of hypertension.
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Rapaflo Capsules Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using silodosin and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- severe dizziness;
- feeling like you might pass out;
- jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
- penis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer.
Less serious side effects may include:
- mild dizziness, weakness;
- headache; ...
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