Eriacta 100 mg

Description

Eriacta 100 mg is an oral drug used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (also known as impotence) in men. It contains Sildenafil Citrate as its active ingredient which increases the blood flow to the penis. It improves the quality of your sex life by prolonging your erection so you can have a satisfying experience. This medication works only if you are sexually stimulated. The effects of this medicine last for around 4 to 5 hours.

How does it work?

Sildenafil Citrate, the active ingredient of Eriacta belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. It works by relaxing the muscles in your pelvic area and increasing the blood flow to your penis. Once the penis gets filled with blood, an erection is achieved.

Eriacta 100 mg Uses

• Erectile dysfunction or impotence: It is a condition in which a man is unable to achieve or sustain an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse.
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH): It is a type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart.

Recommended dosage

Eriacta 100 mg tablet is taken orally with or without food. There are two ways of taking Eriacta 100 mg.
You can take it before sexual activity begins. In that case, you should consume the tablet 30 minutes to 1 hour before sexual intercourse.
If you are taking it to treat symptoms of PAH, your doctor might recommend you to take it daily at a fixed time.
According to your requirements or medical history, your doctor might recommend a smaller dose too. Do not cut the tablet in half or crush it.

Missed dose

This medication is usually taken as and when required. So it is less likely that you will miss a dose.

Overdose

If someone has overdosed and is facing severe side effects like chest pain or trouble with breathing, call your doctor immediately.

Eriacta 100 mg Side effects

Some common side effects of Eriacta 100mg include

• Headaches
• Flushing
• Difficulty in sleeping
• Muscle pains
• Nausea
• Runny nose

Serious side effects include

• Sudden loss of vision
• Blurred vision
• Loss of hearing
• Ringing in ears
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Fainting
• Chest pain
• Worsening shortness of breath
• Erection that is painful or lasts longer than 4 hours
• Itching or burning during urination
• Rash

These side effects are usually mild and disappear within a day. However, if they persist for more than a day or two, consult your doctor immediately.

Safety advice

• People allergic to Sildenafil Citrate should refrain from using this drug.
• People with underlying health conditions of the kidney, liver, or heart should consult their doctor before taking this medication.
• People with blood cell disorders should consult their doctor.
• This medicine is not recommended for people under the age of 18.
• This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women.
• Do not take alcohol or grapefruit juice along with this medication.

Drug interactions

Drug interactions can alter how a medication works and could potentially increase the risk of side effects. If you are taking any medications, discuss them with your doctor. Eriacta can interact with the following medications:

• Alpha blockers such as alfuzosin (Uroxatral), doxazosin (Cardura), prazosin (Minipress), tamsulosin (Flomax, in Jalyn), and terazosin
  Amlodipine (Norvasc, in Amturnide, in Tekamlo)
• Antifungals such as itraconazole (Onmel, Sporanox) and ketoconazole (Nizoral)
• Anticoagulants (‘blood thinners’) such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven)
• Barbiturates such as butalbital (in Butapap, in Fioricet, in Fiorinal, others) and secobarbital (Seconal)
• Beta blockers such as atenolol (Tenormin, in Tenoretic), labetalol (Trandate), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL, in Dutoprol), nadolol (Corgard, in Corzide), and propranolol (Hemangeol, Inderal LA, InnoPran)
• Bosentan (Tracleer)
• Cimetidine
• Efavirenz (Sustiva, in Atripla)
• Erythromycin (E.E.S., E-Mycin, Erythrocin)
• HIV protease inhibitors including amprenavir (Agenerase; no longer available in the U.S.), atazanavir (Reyataz, in Evotaz), darunavir (Prezista, in Prezcobix), fosamprenavir (Lexiva), indinavir (Crixivan), lopinavir (in Kaletra), nelfinavir (Viracept), ritonavir (Norvir, in Kaletra), saquinavir (Invirase), and tipranavir (Aptivus); nevirapine (Viramune)
• Other medications or devices to treat erectile dysfunction; medications for high blood pressure; certain medications for seizures including carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Epitol, Tegretol, others), phenobarbital, and phenytoin (Dilantin, Phenytek)
• Rifabutin (Mycobutin)
• Rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane, in Rifamate, in Rifater)

Storage instructions

• Store at room temperature away from light and moisture, preferably with low humidity or direct light.
• Do not store it in the bathroom.
• Keep all medications away from children and pets.
• Do not consume past the expiry date.

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