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Silagra 100 MG Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Sildenafil
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Silagra 100 MG Tablet

The medication is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and other male sexual function problems. The active ingredient in the drug is sildenafil citrate. It is generally used to increase blood flow to help a man sustain his erection to enhance sexual activity.

This tablet does not protect the users from sexually transmitted disease (HIV, hepatitis B, gonorrhoea, syphilis). In the treatment of erectile dysfunction, the effects can be seen and felt within an hour of intake. Do not consume more than once daily. A high-calorie diet may delay the effect of the drug. The other condition that the medication is used for is pulmonary arterial hypertension.

The side effect of this medication includes headache, flushing, indigestion, dizziness, blood or cloudy urine, blurry or change in vision, sensitivity to light and painful urination. You should consult your doctor before using this drug if you are a heart patient and have undergone heart or bypass surgeries in the past six-months. People suffering from kidney and liver disease must also be careful.

    What are the uses of Silagra 100 MG Tablet

    • Erectile Dysfunction

    • Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (Pah)

    What are the contraindications of Silagra 100 MG Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Silagra 100 MG Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Silagra 100 MG Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The duration of the effects of the drug lasts to about 4 hours after intake.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The onset of action starts within thirty minutes after the intake.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medication is not prescribed to women.

    • Is it habit forming?

      The drug is not know to show habit forming tendencies and is generally safe to use.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medication is not prescribed to women.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      It is not recommended with alcohol as it interacts with the drug and causes severe side effects.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      You should avoid driving while under this medication, as some of the side effects it can induce is dizziness, headaches and hypersensitivity to light.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      This medication may alter the functioning of the kidney and is not recommended for people who suffer from kidney diseases and other renal problems.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      This medication is not recommended for patients suffering form liver diseases it can lead to other complications. Consult your doctor if you have any queries.

    What are the substitutes for Silagra 100 MG Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Silagra 100 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      There is no fixed dose as to how a dose has to be taken, the general rule is that one should not take more than one tablet per day.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    The medication relaxes the smooth muscles by inhibiting Phosphodiesterase type-5. This results in the increase of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) which relaxes the smooth muscles and increases the flow of blood.

      What are the interactions of Silagra 100 MG Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

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        The drug is not recommended with alcohol as it can lead to complications, you should try and keep the amount of intake of alcohol to a minimum as it may interfere with the working of the drug.

      • Interaction with Lab Test

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        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

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        The medication interacts with drugs having nitrate as active ingredients.

      • Interaction with Disease

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        The drug should be avoided in patients suffering from coronary diseases and fluctuation in blood pressure.
      • Interaction with Food

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        The patient should avoid food saturated in high fats as it will delay the effect of the drug.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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