Silodosin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• spanky
• June 25, 2016

Rapaflo (silodosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "In 2009 I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. 2 tumors. Underwent 42 treatments of radiation. My choice over surgery. Had 2 shots of Lu pron 6 months apart to kill the testosterone and help the radiation do the job. Cancer gone and PSA tests less than 1 ever since. Started taking Rapaflo 8mg every night and it helped me sleep at least 3 or 4 hours without having to get up to the bathroom so often. I think the radiation hurt my bladder and the result was frequent urination. Anyway to the point. The Rapaflo works but I cannot experience a normal ejaculation. But when I quit taking the Rapaflo for a week or more I can with ext ream pain, both from the penis and the area of the prostate. It is a burning sensation. Have tried twice."

• Rob
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 20, 2018

Rapaflo (silodosin) "64 years old Went to the Doctor because I was getting up 4 times night to pee and at times didn't have a strong stream. Had no problem with my prostate blood test came back fine. Put me on rapaflo once a day. Slowly started having problems with my sleep. My primary started putting me on sleeping pills. Had a good sex life up to now then everything stopped. Couldn't perform anymore always soft. Took a pill for that still only half mast never could ejaculate. 3 years of that till I got help from a friend. Told me he went through the same problem I stopped all my pills but blood pressure. Back to life again Doctors like to push pills"

• Irish...
• February 25, 2017

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Put on silodosin for decreased urine flow. After four days on the meds I came but didn't ejaculate. Not taking it anymore. I wasn't told it was a side effect, scared the life out if me tbh. Fortunately my wife is medically qualified and researched the side effects."

• shawn...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 26, 2020

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I have irritative prostatitis (also BPH). I'm changing from saw palmetto/pumpkin seed diet supplement to silodosin gave an improvement in urination only initially. Zero or weak ejaculation set in, low libido and ED too. After few months, severe postural hypotension and diarrhoea set in, coupled with frequent slow urination (LUTS). Going back to Saw Palmetto- fewer side effects, approx. same long term effects on LUTS. Update: urologist suggesting change to TADALAFIL (Cialis(R)) 5mg.... might try and see what happens"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2020

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "As a side effect from silodosin I fainted, broke my neck and was lucky as I survived. The prescriber didn’t not tell me about the side effect of lowering blood pressure, causing fainting. I would say have a TURP and forget drugs."

• Red...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 4, 2020

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "My age 79. Had pee problems starting 10+ years ago. A nurse referred me to saw palmetto and it worked great for many years. Then, not so great, to the doc. Tried different drugs, did not like the side effects. Changed drugs, changed Docs, finally about 2 years ago while on finasteride I was given Rapaflo. Worked great but the cost, the Doc said generic was coming. Then it came - as Silodosin. One tenth the cost (great). Started using it and it seemed just as nice and great as Rapaflo. But, then after two 90 day renewals, started having the head problems. Now I am wondering if it is because Costco keeps changing manufactures??? I am going to ask Costco to check the manufacturer for the first two prescriptions and see. Will let you know."

• sanner
• June 24, 2011

Rapaflo (silodosin) "I am a 37 year old woman, and I was prescribed Rapaflo by my urologist because I have a kidney stone. This is not my first one and I was to take the medication for two weeks. The stone didn't pass and I had a different reaction than the men who posted reviews. I did have a very dry mouth but I also had an unexplainable jumping sensation after urinating. The worst part (or the best some might think) was that it actually increased my sexual desires. It would have been okay except kidney stones are very painful- who wants to have sex at a time like that."

• D Hol...
• June 7, 2016

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Probably the worst medication I've ever taken. It had very little effect on my prostate but gave me swollen sinuses, blurry vision, fatigue, muscular weakness, retrograde ejaculation and no ejaculation."

• Tom...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 26, 2023

Rapaflo (silodosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "My problem started at 39, felt robbed as everything online talks about BPH starting as early as 40. Now I’m 51 and have a much better handle on my condition. First when diagnosed, I was given Flowmax. After about 6 months of playing with dose and waiting for it to work I found it didn’t change anything. After months of trying other medications I was finally given Rapaflo, immediate improvement. I’ve been on 4 and 8 mg, the 8 mg will actually last for 24 hours. I did experience the “reverse” ejaculation. I term it reverse since it actually occurs, it goes into my bladder. At first I wasn’t expecting this problem and was surprised when it happened. Today, I just schedule with the wife when we have sex. It takes 48 hours for ejaculation to return for me, so I stop taking Rapaflo on Thursday and can have sex by Saturday night or Sunday without side effects. I recently found out my prostate is normal size, my problem is my bladder neck. Only Rapaflo works."

• Minut...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 12, 2023

Rapaflo (silodosin) "Ever since puberty I have suffered from premature ejaculation. Tried the usual suggested treatments of numbing gel, condom use, squeeze technique etc. Talked to my doctor - she put me on Paxil and later tried Zoloft. Side effects were not good and use was discontinued. But I was frustrated and so was my wife- a sexless marriage in our mid 30s is not good. So my doctor suggested trying silodosin 8 mg. It worked- well almost too well. Turned off my ability to ejaculate and muted my orgasm somewhat. But I was now able to satisfy my wife and I got used to the muted orgasm. Since my doctor explained things well, the lack of ejaculation did not bother me. Then my doctor suggested I try the 4 mg daily dose. Now I have powerful orgasms that are dry. Rapaflo is probably the best medication out there fie PE even though it is off label so far."

• 60s
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 26, 2016

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "In the past year, my peeing frequency has increased to 3-4 times a night (from 1-2 times). I began taking Urorec (4mg) two weeks ago, following a rectal ultrasound confirming an enlarged prostate (PSA 3.9). In Europe, 30 days supply only costs $2.50! I'm in my early 60's and this is the first time I've taken this type of medication. The Urorec has improved my urine flow/bladder emptying and I now get up only 1 or 2 times during the night. I have experienced both anejaculation and reduced ejaculation and the sensation of orgasm is less intense and lasts less time, plus aching leg muscles. I intend to carry on ... perhaps exploring a 5 days on/2 days off routine to see if it improves orgasms/ejaculation"

• BA75
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 4, 2016

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "40 y/o male diagnosed with Bladder Outlet Obstruction. The doctor put me on Rapaflo as a last medication effort for bladder retention. The number of time I have to go during the day has went from 7 to 3-4 times a day. Flow is unbelievably better. Like the other reviews have said the main drawback is the retrograde ejaculation. The strange thing is it comes and goes depending on the time of day."

• Paul
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 18, 2022

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I am elderly male & was prescribed this silodosin 4mg for BPH, took it for two days, two days of a living nightmae. Headaches, brain fog, & cognitive impairment. In my case my opinion of this drug is that it is dangerous. I'm normally alert & don't have any memory problems however after taking this rubbish I went into my man cave to retrieve some items. Luckily I returned a couple of hours later to find I had turned on an electric radiator. I had no recollection of doing this. Had I not returned then there is a possibility the man cave could have burnt down. There were a number of other stupid things I did but that was the most serious. I stopped taking this rubbish immediately."

• Anonymous
• February 16, 2012

Rapaflo (silodosin) "Since beginning my twenty-one day trial, I have experienced stuffy nasal passages, ejaculate free orgasms, decreased libido, and increased flow. This all in a eight day period. I will likely look for another medicine, because of the sexual side effects. I am a 56 year old male, who is otherwise healthy, with the exception of occasional erectile dysfunction, and a moderate case of COPD. "

• JVT
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 28, 2015

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Has done a better job than Flomax with trips to the bathroom at night. But as others found little to no semen. I don't really see the semen in my urine though. Another issue is that I seem to have urine or some type of leakage during the nights I have sex that are present in my underwear. But only the nights I have sex."

• Worst...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 3, 2021

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I was diagnosed with BPH in 2018, and underwent TURP surgery that year, After experiencing blood clots in my urine and normal urination times when taking Oxybutinin, my doctor changed me over to Tamsulosin and then to Silodosin. No longer having blood clots, but now am waking up 3 to 4 times a night to urinate (plus frequently during the day) instead of just once. I can't wait to tell my doctor how it is not great to take Silodosin, then having more frequent trips to the bathroom, pius dribbling in my underwear after I thought my urine stream was complete. Also, am amazed my insurance would pay almost $600 for a 90-day supply of Silodosin."

• Icup
• October 22, 2015

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Given rapaflow by doc for non bacterial prostatitis. This drug made my love life possible, first night. It has slowly taken all symptoms away except burning with urination over 9 days. Some of the benefits of this are similar to Viagra. The only thing I don't like is no ejaculations. If it was not for that would not mind staying on this med"

• Jimmah
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2013

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I am 73 and have an enlarged prostate (x2), taking Finasteride, and have tried Flowmax and Alfuzosin. The main side effect that is driving me crazy is Hyperacusis. My doctor switched me to Silodosin and as usual it helped in all expected ways but still the Hyperacusis comes back. Loud noises make me extremely nervous and it is difficult to be around people. I may have to have the TURP surgery as I can not tolerate the side effects, especially the Hyperacusis. No one seems to have this particular problem but people as I do experience the throat and nasal symptoms. I can tolerate the dry ejaculations but not the others. I am considering going to a 4 mg dose. It does provide adequate flow."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 18, 2022

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "after my third bad kidney stone passing this year, I went to a urologist, and he put me on Flomax, but got a splitting headache the first day, so he switched me to Silodosin. He didn't tell me about the reverse ejaculation side f/x, so I freaked out the first time it happened. I'm on other meds that cut my sex drive, and I had physical anhedonia anyway, so ejaculations/orgasms were painful most times. My urine stream is stronger, so hopefully I'll pee out the other small kidney stones I have. After three months, I'll get a scan to see if it helped ."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 21, 2022

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "After more than 4 years after taking Rapaflo, I don’t have a benign prostate problem, but the trade is no more sex with my wife. Yes, I am a dry well now. Only time I was able and did ejaculate was when I was out of town for over two weeks without the drug. I had a screaming orgasm and ejaculated a huge and wonderful amount. I felt renewed! I am contemplating to no longer take my medicine despite the benefits. Saw palmetto was my friend for years and kept my prostate from being benign. My doctor is not a fan of herbals. He can’t make money from the folks at “Big Pharma.” LOL!!!!"

• 30...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 16, 2021

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Within 10 minutes of taking 8mg of silodosin, pelvic pain was gone. However, did notice an immediate sense of relaxation. A little dizziness but not too bad. Will take for 1 month and see how my body reacts. 1 dose, 8mg, before bed"

• Doc
• September 18, 2021

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "Had hernia surgery and woke up and couldn’t pee. Had catheter and a couple days later urologist put me on silodosin. After a day or two pee returned but not like before surgery. Side effects were awful, I took it for three weeks and told doctor I needed to try getting off this stuff. I stopped taking it and I started taking saw palmetto supplement and peeing was about the same as with silodosin but with no side effects, I’ve been taking supplement now for a week with slow improvement, not yet totally back to normal."

• grego...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 19, 2023

"To the point: my experience with Silodosin is bad. My doctor prescribed it so my kidney can get rid of small kidney stones (1.0-1.5mm), and he gave me the 8mg dose. Well, I don't know yet if it helped me with the stones. Actually, I think it might since I felt some kind of discomfort similar to the one you feel when stones are traveling your ureter. However, I took the pills for 8 days (skipping one day once due to a conference), and the side effects were (and still are - I stopped taking the pills today) very bad: dizziness, photophobia, muscle pain - to the point I wasn't feeling safe driving my car or going to the supermarket. Of course, also no ejaculation - I wonder how reliable the stats/studies are since I believe that, in reality, almost everybody has no ejaculation while taking this drug. Maybe it helps in the case of BPH, but if you have really small stones like me (smaller than 2mm), I suggest dropping this drug if you feel bad after taking it. It's not worth it."

• pican...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 20, 2023

For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "First, I started with tamsulosin which worked great for a few months and then my body got used to it. It did come with retrograde ejaculation. I then tried alfuzosin which worked fine but not as well. This came with no sexual side effects. I then switched to silodosin and that has cut down on my nocturia to maybe one time per night. However, it does come with retrograde ejaculation. I would say that so far, the silodosin works best for nocturia."

• boule...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2013

Rapaflo (silodosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia "I can only say it will make urination easier but it also will make a satisfying climax with ejaculation a fond distant memory. IT TAKES A LONG time to wear off so you dont need to take it daily."