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What is a Generic Drug?

A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.

The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.

Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.

Rapaflo (Silodosin)

Brand

Rapaflo (Silodosin)

Prescription Required

Strength
Qty
4mg
8mg
Generic

What is a Generic?

Generic Equivalent - Rapaflo (Silodosin)

Prescription Required

Strength
Qty
4mg
8mg

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    Description

    What is rapaflo 8 mg used for?

    Rapaflo Generic

    Rapaflo is a medication that belongs to the group of medication known as alpha blockers. It is a medication that is used by men who suffer from enlarged prostate. As you age, you experience different signs of aging, one of the sings of aging that men experience is an enlarged prostate. An enlarged prostate leads to a weak urinary system, difficulty in urinating, frequent urination, etc. Rapaflo medication is used to treat these symptoms of enlarged prostate. This medication does not shrink the prostate; instead, it helps in relaxing the prostate and bladder muscles. It helps in relieving symptoms of an enlarged prostate, such as the urgent need to urinate, difficulty in urinating, etc.

    You can buy this medicine online from Canada Pharmacy.

    Fact Table

    Formula

    C25H32F3N3O4

    License

    US FDA, EMA

    Bioavailability

    32% (oral)

    Legal status

    Rx-only

    Chemical Name

    1-(3-hydroxypropyl)-5-[(2R)-2-[[2-[2-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)phenyl]ethyl]amino]propyl]-2,3-dihydro-1H-indole-7-carboxamide

    Elimination half-life

    11 hours

    Dosage (Strength)

    4 mg and 8 mg capsules once daily

    Pregnancy

    Not for use in women (especially during pregnancy)

    Brands

    Rapaflo

    Protein binding

    97%

    PubChem CID

    5312126

    MedlinePlus

    a609034

    ChEBI

    90204

    ATC code

    G04CA04

    DrugBank

    DB06206

    KEGG

    D08515

    Routes of administration

    Oral

    Directions

    The Rapaflo 8 mg tablet is to be taken orally, once a day with a meal. You need to swallow the capsule whole, but if you have difficulty doing so then sprinkle the contents of the entire capsule on a tablespoon and swallow it right away. Make sure not to chew the mixture, and drink some cold water after each dose. If you experience severe dizziness after taking this medication, then consult your doctor. Your doctor may change your medication schedule and may advise you to take it at nighttime with some food.

    Take the prescribed Rapaflo generic dosage. Do not stop taking the medication or increase the dose until your doctor tells you to. Also, do not change the medication schedule by yourself either. This medication needs to be taken regularly.

    Ingredients

    The active ingredient present in the Rapaflo 8 mg capsule is Silodosin.  

    Cautions

    To ensure your safety, inform your doctor if you have any of the conditions listed:

    • Allergies
    • Kidney disease
    • Liver disease
    • Low blood pressure
    • Cataracts
    • Glaucoma

    Before undergoing any surgery, tell your doctor if you take this medication. This medicine makes one feel dizzy; hence it should not be taken with marijuana or alcohol.

    Side Effects

    Seek medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction to Silodosin 8 mg. Some side effects of this drug include:

    • Dizziness
    • Lightheadedness
    • Ejaculation problems
    • Fainting
    • Prolonged erection
    • Allergic reaction
    • Rashes
    • Swelling
    • Trouble breathing

    These are some of the possible side effects that one might experience.


    IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

    Product Code : 11545

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