Treats | Muscle pain |
Quantity | 10 tablets per strip |
Contains | Carisoprodol |
Lasts | 4 to 6 hours |
Manufactured By | HAB Pharma |
How does it Work?
Snovitra Soft 20mg contains the active ingredient vardenafil. It belongs to a group of drugs called PDE5 inhibitors.
During sexual arousal nitric oxide (NO) is released within the penis. This increases levels of another molecule called the cGMP. cGMP causes the smooth muscles inside the penis to relax.
As a result, the blood vessels open wider allowing for blood to flow. It causes the corpus cavernosa (spongy tissue in the penis) to swell. The penis becomes larger and stiff enough for sexual intercourse.
However, an enzyme called PDE5 breaks down cGMP molecules, ending the erection. PDE5 inhibitors such as vardenafil stop PDE5 from working too fast. It prevents the cGMP breakdown. The action of nitric oxide is enhanced, promoting blood flow. This helps prolong the erection, making it firm enough for intercourse.
Note that Snovitra Soft 20mg does not cause an erection on its own. It helps the body respond better to sexual arousal. Sexual stimulation is required for Snovitra to work.
Uses
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED):
Difficulty getting or keeping an erection firm enough to have sex. It prevents some men from having a satisfactory sexual performance.
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH):
A type of high blood pressure in the arteries that carry blood to the lungs.
Recommended Dose
Side Effects
Here are some possible side effects of Snovitra Soft 20mg:
- headache
- heartburn
- nausea
- flushing
- dizziness
- diarrhea
- nosebleeds
- numbness
- muscle pain
- stuffy nose
In rare cases, vardenafil 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
Safety Advice
- Snovitra Soft 20mg is generally safe when taken as prescribed.
- It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions before using a drug. Let your doctor know if you have the following:
- heart disease
- stroke
- low blood pressure
- liver or kidney problems
- bleeding disorder
- or any other conditions
- Do not take the medicine if you’re intolerant to vardenafil. Or, if you are taking nitrates for chest pain or heart problems.
- Learn about potential drug interactions including the ones listed above.
- Call your doctor if any side effects bother you.
- Snovitra Soft 20mg may make you feel drowsy or affect your vision. Do not drive or operate hazardous machinery whilst on Snovitra.
- It is not designed to treat women’s sexual health problems. Snovitra may be prescribed for pulmonary hypertension in women.
- It is only meant for adult men above 18.
- Do not take Snovitra Soft 20mg more than once a day. Not taking more than your recommended dose can protect you against side effects.
Medical Interactions
Snovitra Soft 20mg may interact with other drugs. 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 vardenafil:
- nitrates (taken for chest pain)
- antiarrhythmic medications such as amiodarone
- alpha-blockers (taken for high blood pressure or hypertension)
- antifungals such as itraconazole, ketoconazole
- pain relief drugs such as methadone
- blood thinners such as warfarin
- barbiturates (i.e., used for 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
- antipsychotic medicines such as haloperidol or pimozide
Storage
- Store the medicine at room temperature.
- Do not leave the tablets in warm or humid places. Avoid storing them 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 medicines that have expired. Even if you have bought it recently, check the label. If you’ve taken expired medications by mistake, inform your doctor.
- Discard any tablets that have gone past their expiry date. Follow your local regulations and laws for their safe disposal.
Refrences
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