Suhagra 100 MG Tablet

Suhagra 100 MG Tablet or Viagra is the most commonly used drug for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. It also treats other male sexual function problems. The sildenafil citrate is the salt form of the drug. It is generally used to increase blood flow to the penis to help a man sustain his erection to enhance sexual activity.

This drug does not protect users against sexually transmitted diseases ( HIV, hepatitis B, gonorrhea, syphilis). 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 consumption of alcohol should be kept to a minimum level as it may trigger side effects such as dizziness, fainting or fatigue. If you are a heart patient or have undergone bypass surgeries within the past 6 months, you must consult the doctor.

People suffering from kidney and liver disease must also be careful. If you have fluctuating blood pressure then you are advised to use this drug as it directly interferes with the blood flow.

It is important that you should consult a doctor before using this medication and stick to the dosages given by the doctor. You must never self-medicate such medicines as it can cause some unexpected side effects. For PAH patients, the dosage is thrice a day, but for ED, you may take the medication an hour before indulging in sexual activity and not more than once a day.

Overdosage/Toxicology: In studies with healthy volunteers of single doses up to 800 mg, adverse events were similar to those seen at lower doses but incidence rates were increased.

Inform prescriber of all other medications you are taking; serious side effects can result when sildenafil is used with nitrates and some other medications. Do not combine sildenafil with other approaches to treating erectile dysfunction without consulting prescriber.

Note that sildenafil provides no protection against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. You may experience headache, flushing, or abnormal vision (blurred or increased sensitivity to light); use caution when driving at night or in poorly lit environments.

Report immediately acute allergic reactions, chest pain or palpitations, persistent dizziness, sign of urinary tract infection, rash, respiratory difficulties, genital swelling, or other adverse reactions.

• Erectile Dysfunction

• Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (Pah)

• Allergy

• Cardiac Disorder

• Kidney Disease

• Eye Disorder

• Headache

• Flushing

• Diarrhoea

• Changes In Vision

• Sensitivity To Light

• Prolonged And Painful Erection

• Nasal Congestion

• Dizziness

• Fall In Blood Pressure

• Dyspepsia

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 4 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 to 120 minutes after administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

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

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not prescribed to women. In case of breastfeeding, you must take medical help.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor in case of consuming alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  You should avoid driving while under this medication.

• 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.

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

• Penegra 100 MG Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Eriacta 100 MG Tablet

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Intagra 100 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Spegra Tablet

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Vigore 100 MG Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

It 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.

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 Others

  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 Medicine

  • Increased effect/toxicity: Cimetidine, erythromycin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, mibefradil, nitroglycerin, protease inhibitors. A reduction in sildenafil's dose is recommended when used with ritonavir, a protease inhibitor, (no more than 25 mg per dose; no more than 25 mg in 48 hours).
  • Decreased effect: Rifampin

• Interaction with Disease

  • There is a degree of cardiac risk associated with sexual activity; therefore, physicians may wish to consider the cardiovascular status of their patients prior to initiating any treatment for erectile dysfunction.
  • Agents for the treatment of erectile dysfunction should be used with caution in patients with anatomical deformation of the penis (angulation, cavernosal fibrosis, or Peyronie's disease), or in patients who have conditions which may predispose them to priapism (sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, leukemia).
  • A minority of patients with retinitis pigmentosa have generic disorders of retinal phosphodiesterases. There is no safety information on the administration of sildenafil to these patients and sildenafil should be administered with caution.

• Interaction with Food

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

• Ques : What is Suhagra 100 mg tablet?

  Ans : It is a medication which has Sildenafil as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by calming the muscles and therefore allowing the flow of blood into the penis. It is used to treat conditions such as Erectile Dysfunction and Pulmonary arterial hypertension.

• Ques : What is the use of Suhagra 100 mg tablet?

  Ans : Suhagra is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Erectile Dysfunction and Pulmonary arterial hypertension. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using this tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Suhagra 100 mg tablet?

  Ans : Some of the side effects of Suhagra are Headache, Flushing, Bloody nose, Indigestion, Sleeplessness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Bloody and cloudy urine, Burning, numbness, tingling in the arms and feet, Changes in vision, Sensitivity to light, Prolonged and painful erection, and Painful urination. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Suhagra 100 mg tablet.

• Ques : Is Suhagra safe?

  Ans : Yes, Suhagra 100 mg tablet is safe if taken for recommended duration in recommended doses as advised by your doctor.

• Ques : How long do I need to use suhagra 100 mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 30 to 120 minutes. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to use this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use suhagra 100 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once a day. It is advised to consult your doctor, before using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use suhagra 100 mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken with the food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of suhagra 100 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature. Keep this medication away from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose of the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

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