Senegra 100 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Indications

  • Treatment of erectile dysfunction in men
  • Treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension

Description

  • Selective, reversible inhibitor of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP)-specific phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5)

Mechanism of Action

  • Inhibition of PDE5 by Sildenafil produces increased levels of cGMP, resulting in smooth muscle relaxation and inflow of blood into the penile tissues, thereby producing an erection

Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism

  • Rapid absorption after oral administration
  • Mean absolute bioavailability of 41%
  • Eliminated predominantly by hepatic metabolism
  • Converted to an active metabolite with similar properties

Dosage & Administration

  • Recommended starting dose of 50 mg
  • May be increased to a maximum recommended dose of 100 mg
  • Maximum recommended dosing frequency is once per day

Interaction

  • Metabolism primarily mediated by cytochrome P450 isoforms 3A4 and 2C9
  • Inhibitors of these isoenzymes may reduce clearance while inducers may increase clearance

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to any component
  • Use with organic nitrates

Side Effects

  • Body as a whole: face edema, photosensitivity reaction, shock
  • Cardiovascular: angina pectoris, AV block, hypotension
  • Digestive: vomiting, gastritis, liver function tests abnormal
  • Hemic and Lymphatic: anemia, leukopenia
  • Metabolic and Nutritional: edema, hyperglycemia, hypoglycemic reaction
  • Musculoskeletal: arthritis, myalgia, synovitis
  • Nervous: ataxia, depression, insomnia
  • Respiratory: dyspnea, pharyngitis, sputum increased
  • Skin and Appendages: urticaria, sweating, exfoliative dermatitis
  • Special Senses: sudden decrease or loss of hearing, mydriasis, tinnitus
  • Urogenital: cystitis, urinary frequency, abnormal ejaculation, anorgasmia

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Pregnancy category B
  • Not indicated for use by women
  • No evidence of teratogenicity or embryotoxicity in animal studies

Precautions & Warnings

  • Caution advised when co-administered with alpha-blockers
  • Consideration for patients with underlying cardiovascular disease
  • Sensitivity to actions of vasodilators
  • Careful use in patients with certain medical conditions

Overdose Effects

  • Adverse events similar to those at lower doses
  • Standard supportive measures should be adopted in cases of overdose

Therapeutic Class

  • Drugs for Erectile Dysfunction

Storage Conditions

  • Keep in a dry place, away from light and heat
  • Keep out of reach of children

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