Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate
About Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is a prescription medicine to treat erectile dysfunction (difficulty getting or keeping an erection) in men. It helps increase blood flow to the penis when combined with physical sexual stimulation, helping you achieve a satisfactory erection. This medication does not cure erectile dysfunction or increase sexual desire.
This medicine is typically taken only when needed, about one hour before planned sexual activity. It should not be taken more than once within a 24-hour period. You can take this tablet with or without food, though taking it with a light meal is ideal. For the best results, keeping a healthy diet, reducing stress, and engaging in regular physical exercise can greatly support your cardiovascular health and improve the medicine's effectiveness.
Some people may experience mild side effects while using this medication, such as headaches, flushing, or an upset stomach. However, you must seek medical attention immediately if you experience serious side effects, such as a sudden loss of vision, changes in hearing, or an erection that lasts longer than four hours.
Talk to your doctor before taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate if you have a history of heart problems, high or low blood pressure, or liver damage. Do not take this medicine if you are currently using nitrate medications for chest pain, as combining these treatments can cause a sudden and dangerous drop in blood pressure.
This medication can interact with other drugs, alcohol, and smoking. Consuming alcohol while taking this tablet can lower your blood pressure and make it harder to achieve an erection. If you belong to specific groups, such as elderly individuals, your doctor may suggest gradually increasing dose options starting from a lower amount to ensure your safety.
Uses of Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate
Medicinal Benefits
When used as directed as part of your treatment plan, this medicine may provide the following benefits.
- Supports erections during sexual activity: May help you achieve and maintain an erection suitable for sexual activity when you are sexually stimulated.
- Improves sexual confidence: May help reduce concerns about getting or maintaining an erection, allowing for a more relaxed sexual experience.
- Supports intimate relationships: May help improve sexual satisfaction and confidence, which can have a positive effect on intimate relationships.
- Works when needed: Can be taken before planned sexual activity rather than as a daily treatment, when prescribed by your doctor.
Directions for Use
- It is recommended to take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate before food for effective action.
- Take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse. However, it is best to take it an hour prior to sexual activity.
- Check the label for directions before using Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate.
- Reconstitute powder with 7ml of sterile water. Replace the cap and shake the bottle vigorously for a minimum of 30 seconds. Remove the cap and withdraw the dose accurately with the help of a dropper. Deliver it into the mouth.
- Do not take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate more than once in a day.
- Do not use a kitchen teaspoon as it will not measure the right amount.
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Side Effects of Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate
Common Side Effects (Usually mild):
- Headache
- Flushing (warmth, redness, or a tingly feeling in the face or neck)
- Upset stomach or indigestion
- Stuffy or runny nose
- Mild muscle pain or back pain
Serious Side Effects (Consult your doctor right away):
- An erection that is painful or lasts longer than 4 hours
- Sudden changes in vision in one or both eyes
- Sudden decrease or loss of hearing, which may be accompanied by ringing in the ears
- Chest pain, shortness of breath, or severe dizziness during sexual activity
- Signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as a skin rash, itching, hives, or swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
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- Take as directed: Take this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not take more than one dose within 24 hours unless your doctor advises otherwise.
- Do not share this medicine: This medicine has been prescribed specifically for your condition. Do not give it to anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms.
- Take care if you feel dizzy: If you feel dizzy or light-headed after taking this medicine, sit or lie down until you feel better. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Stop sexual activity if you feel unwell: If you develop chest pain, severe dizziness, or shortness of breath during sexual activity, stop immediately and seek urgent medical attention.
- Tell healthcare professionals you are taking this medicine: Inform your doctor, dentist, or emergency healthcare provider that you are taking this medicine, especially before receiving treatment for chest pain or undergoing a medical procedure.
- Seek support if needed: Erectile dysfunction is a common and treatable condition. If it is affecting your confidence, relationships, or emotional well-being, talk to your doctor. They can help identify possible underlying causes and recommend appropriate treatment.
Drug Interactions
- Nitrates (medicines used to treat chest pain), such as nitroglycerin or isosorbide: Taking these medicines with this medicine can cause a sudden and severe drop in blood pressure. Do not take them together.
- Alpha-blockers (medicines used to treat an enlarged prostate or high blood pressure): Taking these medicines together may lower your blood pressure too much, which can cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting. Your doctor may adjust your treatment if needed.
- Certain antiviral medicines (such as ritonavir) and antifungal medicines (such as ketoconazole): These medicines may increase the amount of sildenafil in your body, which can increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may recommend a lower dose or closer monitoring.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeYou are advised not to consume alcohol while taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate as it might temporarily impair your ability to get an erection.
Pregnancy
unsafeSildenafil+sodium Benzoate should not be used by women as it is used to treat impotence (erectile dysfunction) in men only.
Breast Feeding
unsafeSildenafil+sodium Benzoate should not be used by women as it is used to treat impotence (erectile dysfunction) in men only.
Driving
cautionSildenafil+sodium Benzoate may cause dizziness and blurred vision, therefore you are advised to drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
cautionSildenafil+sodium Benzoate should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.
Kidney
cautionSildenafil+sodium Benzoate should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.
Children
unsafeSildenafil+sodium Benzoate should not be used by individuals under the age of 18.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid heavy, high-fat meals: Eating a greasy or heavy meal right before taking the tablet can delay its absorption, meaning it will take longer for the medicine to start working.
- Limit alcohol consumption: Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection and can increase the risk of side effects like low blood pressure, headaches, and dizziness.
- Incorporate cardiovascular exercise: Regular, moderate exercise such as brisk walking or swimming helps improve your blood circulation and overall cardiovascular health, which naturally supports the effectiveness of this treatment.
- Manage stress and anxiety: Physical performance is closely linked to your mental state. Practicing relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, can help reduce performance anxiety.
Special Advise
Do not take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate if you have recently taken medicines used to treat angina or chest pain such as nitrates.
Take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse. However, it is best to take it an hour prior to sexual activity.
Do not take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate more than once in a day. Take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate as prescribed by the doctor.
Talk to your doctor if the erection persists for greater than four hours after the sexual intercourse.
Consult your doctor before taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate if you have sickle cell anaemia (an abnormality of red blood cells), multiple myeloma (cancer of bone marrow) or leukaemia (cancer of blood cells).
Discuss with your doctor before taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems or any heart problems.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Erectile dysfunction: It is the inability to keep a hard and erect penis suitable for sexual intercourse. It could be a sign of physical or psychological conditions such as fear of sexual failure, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or stress. Certain health-related factors such as smoking, drinking, being overweight, being physically inactive, and high blood pressure also contribute to erectile dysfunction. Symptoms of erectile dysfunction include difficulty in getting an erection, difficulty in maintaining the erection during intercourse and decreased sexual desire. Avoiding smoking, alcohol consumption, maintaining a healthy weight, and regular exercising would be helpful in treating and preventing erectile dysfunction.
FAQs
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate belongs to the group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in adult men.
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited.
You are not recommended to take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain such as nitrates/nitroglycerin as it may cause severe lowering of blood pressure. Also, inform your doctor if you have a history of heart attack/stroke before taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate.
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate should not be taken along with blood pressure lowering medicines. Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate relaxes and widens the blood vessels, this causes decrease in blood pressure. Therefore, if Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is taken along with blood pressure lowering medicines it could lead to severe decrease in blood pressure which could be lethal.
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate may cause dizziness. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate as it may cause dizziness and can affect vision. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate may cause vision disturbances and blurred vision. Stop taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate and consult your doctor immediately if you experience a sudden decrease or loss of vision.
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate generally begins to work within 30 minutes to 1 hour after taking the medicine , but the exact time can vary from person to person. Taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate with a heavy or high-fat meal may slow down its absorption, causing it to take longer to work. Hence, do not take it with heavy or high-fat meals.
No, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is a prescription medication and cannot be obtained without a doctor's prescription. It is used to treat erectile dysfunction and other conditions, so your doctor will need to evaluate your condition before prescribing it.
No, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate should not be taken as often as you want. It is usually prescribed to be taken only once a day. Do not exceed the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose leading to side effects.
You should take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate about 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse. However, the best time to take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is about 1 hour before sexual activity. It is advised to take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate as prescribed by the doctor.
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction and may not be effective for premature ejaculation. So, do not take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate for premature ejaculation without consulting your doctor.
The use of Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is contraindicated with nitrates because both medications can cause a significant drop in blood pressure (severe hypotension), leading to risks such as loss of consciousness or even death. You should inform your doctor if you are using nitrates for chest pain before taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate.
Sildenafil causes a fall in blood pressure by inhibiting the enzyme phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5), which increases the levels of cyclic GMP (a molecule that regulates vasodilation). This leads to the relaxation of smooth muscles and the dilation of blood vessels, resulting in a decrease in blood pressure. The effect may be more significant in people who are taking blood pressure-lowering medications, particularly nitrates.
Yes, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate can be taken in your twenties if prescribed by a doctor. It can be used by men over 18 years old if advised by the doctor.
Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate generally does not increase blood pressure. In fact, it can cause a decrease in blood pressure due to its vasodilatory effects. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate with any other high blood pressure medications or if you have low/high blood pressure.
Yes, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is safe to use in patients with diabetes if prescribed by your doctor, as it works by improving blood flow and does not directly affect blood sugar levels.
No, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate does not affect male fertility. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding fertility.
No, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate helps with erectile dysfunction but does not affect sperm production or quality. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Alcohol might temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the most benefit from Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate, avoid drinking alcohol before taking it.
This medicine is usually taken about 30 to 60 minutes before sexual activity. It may take longer to work if taken with a heavy or high-fat meal. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
No, you should not take Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate more than once in a 24-hour period. It is designed to be taken on an as-needed basis before planned sexual activity. Talk to your doctor to find the safest dosing schedule for your needs.
No, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate will not cause an erection on its own. Physical or mental sexual stimulation is still required for the medicine to work and help you achieve an erection.
No, Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate is formulated and indicated specifically for men experiencing erectile dysfunction. It is not approved or recommended for use by women. Talk to your doctor for appropriate treatment options.
You must consult your doctor before taking Sildenafil+sodium Benzoate if you have high blood pressure, especially if you are taking blood pressure medications. Some combinations can cause a sudden, unsafe drop in blood pressure. Talk to your doctor to ensure it is safe for you.
Store the tablets at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C in their original packaging, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep them out of reach of children and pets. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about storage.
