FDA label
What is silodosin used for?
The FDA-approved uses of silodosin, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Silodosin capsules, a selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Silodosin capsules are not indicated for the treatment of hypertension.”
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Silodosin, capsule
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Ajanta Pharma USA Inc. (ANDA211060). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Silodosin capsules, a selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Silodosin capsules are not indicated for the treatment of hypertension.
Source: DailyMed label, set id e863be56-d303-43bb-915a-1b2568674e31, version 6, effective November 28, 2025. NDC 27241-144, one of 29 listings for this product.
Questions
What is silodosin used for?
The FDA label says: “Silodosin capsules, a selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist, is indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Silodosin capsules are not indicated for the treatment of hypertension.”
What drug class is silodosin?
FDA lists silodosin in the alpha-Adrenergic Blocker established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.