Drug Name

Silagra

Drug Uses

Silagra is an effectual treatment for the patients suffering erectile dysfunction regardless of their age and the duration of the problem. It is an orally taken pill used for the treatment of ED; it helps in achieving and sustaining erection necessary for sexual satisfaction. Do remember that it is only a sexual stimulator; it can't provide instant erection without any initiative.

Manufactured and distributed by Cipla, Silagra is a generic adaptation of Viagra. Like any other ED pills Silagra relaxes the penile blood vessels when a man is sexually stimulated. This leads to blood flow into the penis, resulting in an erection.

Silagra is as effectual as its branded equivalenta.
It passes through similar standards of good manufacturing practices.
It is as safe as its brand equivalent.
It is less expensive.

How to use

Take the medication orally.
It should be taken forty five minutes before the sexual activity.
Silagra gives best result along with sexual stimulation.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Silagra is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor. It works by helping to increase blood flow into the penis during sexual stimulation. This helps you to achieve and maintain an erection.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Silagra and you still intend to engage in sexual activity, take it as soon as you remember. Continue to take it as directed by your doctor.

Storage

Store Silagra at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Silagra out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Warnings/Precautions

Do NOT use Silagra if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Silagra
• you have been advised by your doctor to avoid sexual activity because of heart problems
• you are taking nitrates (eg, isosorbide, nitroglycerin) in any form (eg, tablet, capsule, patch, ointment), or nitroprusside
• you use certain recreational drugs called "poppers" (eg, amyl nitrate or nitrite, butyl nitrate or nitrite)
• you take another PDE5 inhibitor (eg, tadalafil, vardenafil) or another medicine that contains sildenafil

Some medical conditions may interact with Silagra. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have a deformed penis (eg, cavernosal fibrosis, Peyronie disease), blood cell problems (eg, leukemia, multiple myeloma, sickle cell anemia), or any other condition that may increase the risk of a prolonged erection (priapism)
• if you have a history of a prolonged (more than 4 hours) or painful erection (priapism)
• if you have a history of certain eye problems (eg, macular degeneration, optic neuropathy, retinitis pigmentosa, sudden vision loss in one or both eyes) or hearing problems (eg, ringing in the ears, decreased hearing, hearing loss)
• if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, lung problems (eg, pulmonary veno-occlusive disease), high or low blood pressure, ulcers, bleeding problems, heart problems (eg, angina, aortic stenosis, heart failure, irregular heartbeat), or blood vessel problems
• if you have a history of heart attack, stroke, or life-threatening irregular heartbeat, especially within the past 6 months

Possible Side Effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Diarrhea; dizziness; flushing; headache; heartburn; stuffy nose; upset stomach.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; memory loss; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; painful or prolonged erection; ringing in the ears; seizure; severe or persistent dizziness; severe or persistent vision changes; sudden decrease or loss of hearing; sudden decrease or loss of vision in one or both eyes.

More Information

If you have any questions about Silagra, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Silagra is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.