Treats | Erectile Dysfunction |
Quantity | 10 tablets per strip |
Contains | Sildenafil Citrate |
Lasts | 4 to 6 hours |
Manufactured By | Shiva Biogenetic Pharmaceuticals Limited |
How does it Work?
Uses
Recommended Dose
Side Effects
Here are some possible side effects of Zenegra 100mg tablets:
- headache
- heartburn
- nausea
- flushing
- dizziness
- diarrhea
- nosebleeds
- numbness
- muscle pain
- nasal congestion
In rare cases, sildenafil can lead to:
- sudden loss of vision
- blurred vision
- loss of hearing
- ringing in ears
- chest pain
- difficulty in breathing
- painful erection that lasts longer than 4 hours
Important Advisory
Zenegra 100mg tablets should not be consumed by men if you have or had:
- History of stomach ulcers.
- History of liver problems.
- History of blood cell issues such as sickle cell anaemia, multiple myeloma, or leukaemia
- Low blood pressure
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure
- Penis with an unusual shape or Peyronie’s.
- A prolonged erection lasting more than 4 hours.
- History of heart surgery in the past 6 months.
- Pulmonary hypertension.
- A history of retinitis pigmentosa
- Bleeding problems.
- Kidney problems
- Kidney dialysis.
- Heart attack
- Irregular heartbeat
- Aortic valve narrowing
- Heart failure
- Angina (chest pain)
- Allergy from Sildenafil Citrate or any other medications.
- A history of stroke, congestive heart failure, etc.
- Suffer from conditions such as diabetes, high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, etc.
- Take nitrates for chest pain.
- Suffer from epilepsy or seizures.
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Suffer from ischemic heart disease (also known as coronary artery disease).
- Are an alcoholic or have a history of substance abuse.
Sildenafil should only be taken under the supervision of a doctor. It should not be used by women or children.
Drug Interactions
Zenegra 100mg tablets may interact with certain other medications. This may change the way this drug works and increase the risk of side effects. Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking:
- prescription drugs
- over-the-counter (OTC) medications
- vitamins
- herbs or any other supplement
The following drugs tend to have more severe interactions with sildenafil:
- nitrates (taken for chest pain)
- alpha-blockers (treat high blood pressure or hypertension)
- antifungals (such as itraconazole, ketoconazole)
- blood thinners such as warfarin
- barbiturates (treat improving sleep, reducing anxiety, muscle spasms)
- beta-blockers such as atenolol or carvedilol
- some antibiotics
- HIV protease inhibitors (used to treat viral infections)
- other ED medicines
- medicines for seizures
Storage Instructions
- Zenegra tablets should be stored at room temperature.
- The medicine should not be left in warm or humid places. Do not store it in the bathroom cabinet or near a sink. Heat, air, and steam can spoil the medicine.
- Do not repack the medicine. Store it in the original packaging until you consume it.
- Place the medicines in a locked cabinet where children and pets cannot reach.
- Do not take expired medicines. Even if you bought them recently, check the label. If you’ve taken expired medicines by mistake, inform your doctor.
- Discard any pills that have gone past their expiry date. Follow your local regulations and laws for their safe disposal.
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