Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack

Rapilif-D is a medication which has Silodosin and Dutasteride as active elements. Silodosin falls under a category of drugs known as alpha blockers. This medication is used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). It functions by relaxing the prostate and bladder muscles allowing greater urine flow.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as

• Dizziness
• Decrease in sexual libido
• Skin rash
• Hives
• Discoloration of skin or eyes
• Chest pain
• Swelling of body parts or darkening of the urine
• Painful erection.

Seek medical help if you experience any allergic reaction. The dosage for this medication should be determined by the doctor. The usual dose in adults for treating prostatic hyperplasia is 8 mg. It is to be taken orally once in a day along with a meal.

• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Ejaculation Disorder

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Use of this medicine may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor. The effect of this medicine on fetus is not clearly established and hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It may cause dizziness. Exercise caution if you have to drive or operate a machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild renal disease, and dose adjustment is required in moderate renal disease.Not advisable in patients with the severe renal disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild to moderate liver disease.Not advisable in patients with the severe liver disease.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Alphacept-D 8 Combipack

  Lupin Ltd

• Sildura 8 Combipack

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• New Geripod-D Capsule

  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Silodal-D 8 Combipack

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Silodosin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

Silodosin (main constituent of Rapilif) works as an antagonist of the alpha-1 adrenoreceptor selective for the prostrate. It binds to and blocks these receptors which lowers intraurethral pressure, relaxes smooth muscles and improves urine flow.

• Ques : What is Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack ?

  Ans : This is a medication which has Dutasteride and Silodosin as active elements present. It performs its action by obstructing the alpha-1 receptors located in the muscles of human prostate, urinary bladder, and urethra and relaxes these muscles, restricting the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.

• Ques : What are the uses of Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack ?

  Ans : This is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Problems with urination, Hesitancy, Acute urinary retention, Increased urgency, and Symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia in men, etc.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack ?

  Ans : This medication which has some commonly reported side effects such as Dizziness, Decreased libido, Allergic skin rejection, Liver dysfunction, Sore throat, Stuffy or runny nose, Jaundice, Diarrhea, Dizziness especially while getting up suddenly from a lay position, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack ?

  Ans : Store this medication in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Rapilif-D is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack?

  Ans : Contraindication to Rapilif-D. In addition, It should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Allergic reactions, History of prostate cancer, Hypersensitivity, Liver disease, Pregnancy and lactation, Surgery, and Undergoing prostate-specific antigen assay.

• Ques : Is Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Rapilif-D 8/0.5 Combipack be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Dizziness, Decreased libido, Allergic skin rejection, Liver dysfunction, Sore throat, etc.

• Silodosin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/silodosin

• Silodosin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB06207

• Dutasteride- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/dutasteride

• Dutasteride- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01126