Viamax 25 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 20.00 (1 x 4: ৳ 80.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sildenafil citrate |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of men with erectile dysfunction
- Indicated in pulmonary arterial hypertension
Description
- Selective, reversible inhibitor of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP)-specific phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5)
- Causes smooth muscle relaxation and inflow of blood into the penile tissues
Pharmacology
- Mechanism of Action: Involves release of nitric oxide in the corpus cavernosum during sexual stimulation
- Rapidly absorbed after oral administration
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dose is 50 mg taken approximately 1 hour before sexual activity
- Maximum recommended dosing frequency is once per day
- Recommended dose for pulmonary arterial hypertension is 20 mg three times a day
Interaction
- Metabolism is mediated by the cytochrome P450 (CYP) isoforms 3A4 and 2C9
- Inhibitors of these isoenzymes may reduce clearance
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any component
- Contraindicated in patients using organic nitrates
Side Effects
- Includes body, cardiovascular, digestive, hemic and lymphatic, metabolic and nutritional, musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory, skin and appendages, special senses, and urogenital effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category B
- Not indicated for use by women
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution advised when co-administered with alpha-blockers
- Considerations for patients with underlying conditions such as cardiovascular disease
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