Silodal 8

Capsule · Sun Pharma
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Silodal 8 is a capsule made by Sun Pharma that contains Silodosin 8 mg. Silodosin is a prostate medicine (alpha blocker): eases urine flow in an enlarged prostate.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Silodosin8 mg

What it is used for

Eases urine flow in an enlarged prostate.

How it works

A highly selective alpha blocker that relaxes the prostate to improve urine flow.

How to take it

Usually 8 mg once a day with food.

Common side effects

  • No or little semen at ejaculation
  • Dizziness
  • Stuffy nose

Get medical help straight away if

  • Fainting
  • Painful erection over 4 hours

Be careful

Can reduce semen during ejaculation; dizziness on standing.

Other medicines and interactions

Tell your eye surgeon before cataract surgery. Ketoconazole and ritonavir raise levels.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Not used by women.

Common questions

What is Silodal 8?

Silodal 8 is a capsule by Sun Pharma containing Silodosin 8 mg.

What is Silodal 8 used for?

Eases urine flow in an enlarged prostate.

How should I take Silodal 8?

Usually 8 mg once a day with food. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Silodal 8?

Common side effects include: No or little semen at ejaculation, dizziness, stuffy nose. Get medical help straight away for: Fainting, painful erection over 4 hours.

Does Silodal 8 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Silodal 8 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Not used by women.

What are the substitutes for Silodal 8?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.