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Silotrif 4 mg Capsule

NAFDAC Reg. No. B4-9490 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC — registration activeAs of 5 November 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Silotrif 4 mg Capsule
NAFDAC number
B4-9490
Active ingredient
Silodosin
Strength
4 mg
Form
Capsule
Pack size
1 x 10's (in blister)
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Phillips Pharmaceuticals (Nigeria) Limited
Approved
30 Apr 2024
Status
Active View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
29 Apr 2029
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

RxVerify commentary

  • Silotrif 4 mg Capsule is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (B4-9490). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. Not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

What Silotrif 4 mg Capsule is used for

From the official U.S. FDA label for silodosin, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

What it is used for

Silodosin capsules, an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Silodosin capsule is not indicated for the treatment of hypertension. ( 1 ) Silodosin capsule, 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 ( 14 )] . Silodosin capsule is not indicated for the treatment of hypertension.

Possible side effects

Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 2%) are retrograde ejaculation, dizziness, diarrhea, orthostatic hypotension, headache, nasopharyngitis, and nasal congestion. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-800-399-2561 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. In U.S. …

Do not use if

Patients with severe renal impairment [Creatinine Clearance (CCr < 30 mL/min)]. ( 4 ) Patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score ≥ 10). ( 4 ) Concomitant administration with strong Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, itraconazole, ritonavir). ( 4 ) Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to silodosin or any of the ingredients of silodosin capsules. …

Warnings

Postural hypotension, with or without symptoms (e.g., dizziness), may develop when beginning silodosin treatment. ( 5.1 ) In patients with moderate renal impairment, silodosin dose should be reduced to 4 mg once daily. ( 5.2 ) Silodosin should not be used in combination with other alpha-blockers. ( 5.5 ) Examine patients thought to have BPH prior to starting therapy with silodosin to rule out the presence of carcinoma of the prostate. ( 5.6 ) Inform patients planning cataract surgery to notify their ophthalmologist that they are taking silodosin because of the possibility of Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome (IFIS). …

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Silodosin is not indicated for use in females.

General information only — not dosing advice. Always follow the leaflet in your pack and your doctor or pharmacist.

Check your pack of Silotrif 4 mg Capsule

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About Silotrif 4 mg Capsule

What is in Silotrif 4 mg Capsule?

Silotrif 4 mg Capsule contains Silodosin (4 mg), as capsule, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Silotrif 4 mg Capsule registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Silotrif 4 mg Capsule is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number B4-9490, and its registration is active as of 5 November 2026.

Has Silotrif 4 mg Capsule been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Silotrif 4 mg Capsule in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Silotrif 4 mg Capsule is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number B4-9490, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

What is Silotrif 4 mg Capsule used for?

Silodosin capsules, an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Silodosin capsule is not indicated for the treatment of hypertension. ( 1 ) Silodosin capsule, a selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for silodosin. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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