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Vigora 100Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Zydus Cadila
Medicine Composition :  Sildenafil
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Vigora 100Mg Tablet

Vigora 100Mg Tablet 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.

    What are the uses of Vigora 100Mg Tablet

    • Erectile Dysfunction

    • Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (Pah)

    What are the contraindications of Vigora 100Mg Tablet ?

    • Allergy

    • Nitrate containing medicines

    • Riociguat

    What are the side effects of Vigora 100Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Vigora 100Mg Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The duration of the effect of Vigora tablet usually lasts for 4 hours. The dosage can differ from person to person and the dosage depends on the condition for it is being used.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The onset of action on average takes half an hour or an hour in most cases. For information specific to you, you must consult the doctor.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No, it is not habit forming but if you feel the need to use the medication even after your treatment course, you may consult your doctor for further investigation.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      It is advisable that you avoid alcohol when under this medication as it may increase the intensity of side effects like drowsiness, dizziness and other such side effects.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      The medicine should be avoided by pregnant or expecting women as it can cause serious health issues to the foetus and, in turn, you. You must consult a doctor to check for other options and altered dosages.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Breastfeeding women must avoid the medication unless specifically asked by the doctor. Your doctor may ask you to stop breastfeeding in such cases.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      It is advisable that you do not indulge in driving or other activities that include the use of heavy machinery. You may experience drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue and other such conditions that can affect you sense of coordination and ability to drive.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Vigora 100Mg Medicine can affect the functioning of the kidney of you suffer from severe kidney impairment. It can aggravate the conditions and cause you more discomfort. You must consult a doctor if you suffer from such diseases to avoid any serious implications.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      It may not affect the functioning of liver in normal cases but it is better that you consult a doctor if you suffer from liver related issues. The doctor will be able to guide you better for specific conditions.

    What are the substitutes for Vigora 100Mg Tablet ?

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

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      PAH patients must follow the dosage prescriptions. If you miss a dose, make sure you take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dosage, avoid the missed dose. There is no specific dosage pattern for ED patients, as they have to consume the medication an hour before indulging in sexual activity.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of an overdose, make sure that you visit the doctor on an emergency basis. The overdose can cause you a series of side effects that can affect your health.

    How does this medication work?

    Vigora 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 Vigora 100Mg 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

        The Vigora 100Mg medicine can interact with alcohol and cause adverse side effects. It is advisable that you do not consume alcohol while on this medication. It can hamper your ability to do you daily activities as you experience increased drowsiness, dizziness or fatigue.

      • Interaction with Medicine

        The drug does not interact well with drugs having nitrate as active ingredients, blood clogger or thinner should also be avoided. Drugs that are used to lower blood pressure should also be avoided. Consult your doctor if you are under any medications so as to avoid complications.
      • Interaction with Disease

        The medicine can interact with cardiovascular diseases, severe kidney impairment, priapism, disease of the retina. If you any of these disease, it is advisable that you avoid the medication and consume it only after consulting it with the doctor.

      • Interaction with Food

        You must avoid the usage of grapefruit juice in abundance as it may affect the effectiveness of the tablet and not provide required results.

      FAQs about Vigora 100Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Vigora 100Mg Tablet used for?

        Ans : It belongs to a class of drugs called Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. This tablet is also used as a group of targeted therapy medication to treat people with high blood pressure and erectile dysfunction in men. It relaxes the muscles and therefore increases blood flow to the particular areas(penis) of the body. This helps a man to keep the penis enlarged and rigid during sexual practice.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Vigora 100Mg Tablet?

        Ans : It is a medication helps in erectile dysfunction in men. Some known side effects of Vigora 100Mg Tablet are mentioned below:

        • Abnormal vision
        • Back pain
        • Nausea
        • Rash
        • Upset stomach
        • Dizziness

        Some severe side effects of Vigora Tablet are:

        • Erection lasting more than 4 hours(priapism)
        • Sudden vision loss
        • Heart disease or heart attack
        • Sudden loss or decrease in hearing(deafness)
        • Eye pain
        • Sore throat
        • Twitching of the muscles

      • Ques : How long does Vigora 100mg tablet take to work?

        Ans : It quickly start working after the consumption. It may take two or more hours to work. It does not works on it’s own you still need to feel sexually aroused to get an erection.

      • Ques : Is it ok to take Vigora 100mg tablet?

        Ans : Vigor tablets are appropriate for the men who finds that they do not get an erection hard enough for penetration when taking the 50mg of tablet. You should try the 50mg dose first and only increase your intake to 100mg if you find the effects insufficient. It should be consulted to your doctor before changing the dose.

      • Ques : How do you take vigora 100mg tablet correctly?

        Ans : It should be taken 1 hour before having sex as correct dosage.

      • Ques : When I can eat, after taking Vigora 100Mg Tablet?

        Ans : It is adequate to take tablet with empty stomach. Taking light meal is advised before consuming this medication.

      • Ques : Is it best to take vigora tab on an empty stomach?

        Ans : Yes, you can take it with an empty stomach for best results.

      • Ques : Does Vigora 100mg tablet increase blood pressure?

        Ans : No, this drug is not associated with an increase in blood pressure. However, it can cause a decrease in blood pressure especially if taken with other blood pressure-lowering medications. Please consult your doctor before taking this drug with any other medicine.

      • Ques : Why is the use of Vigora 100Mg Tablet contraindicated with nitrates?

        Ans : The use of Vigora 100Mg Tablet is harmful to patients taking nitrates or blood pressure-lowering medicines as their combined use can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, which can also result in death.

      • Ques : Can I get Vigora 100Mg Tablet without a prescription?

        Ans : No, you need a doctor's prescription to get this drug since it is a prescription medicine. Your doctor will prescribe it only if they judge that it would be beneficial for you.

      • Ques : Can I take Vigora 100Mg Tablet for premature ejaculation?

        Ans : No, this medication is not known to have any beneficial effects in treating premature ejaculation. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

      • Ques : Is Vigora 100Mg Tablet safe to use in patients with diabetes?

        Ans : Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then this medication is safe to use in patients with diabetes.

      • Ques : Can I take Vigora 100Mg Tablet with paracetamol?

        Ans : Yes, it can be taken with paracetamol.

      • Ques : Can I take Vigora 100Mg Tablet for the rest of my life?

        Ans : Vigora 100Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine and should only be taken for the duration that is advised by your doctor.

      • Ques : Can I take Vigora 100Mg Tablet in my 20s?

        Ans : Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then this drug can be taken in your twenties.

      • Ques : Does Vigora 100Mg Tablet affect fertility?

        Ans : No, this drug does not affect fertility, neither negatively nor positively.

      • Ques : Does Vigora 100Mg Tablet affect sperm?

        Ans : It does not affect sperm count or its health. It is a medicine that is used to treat erectile dysfunction.

      References

      • Sildenafil- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/sildenafil

      • SILDENAFIL- sildinafil tablet, film coated- Daily Med [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2018 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f7eec0c1-7054-44da-aa46-f3c33a939471

      • Viagra 100 mg film-coated tablets- EMC [Internet]. www.medicines.org.uk. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/7978/smpc

      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.

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      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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