Caverta 100 mg

Caverta 100 mg consists of Sildenafil which is a PDE5 inhibitor. It works by increasing the blood flow to the penis. The medication can be taken with or without food or as prescribed by the healthcare provider. It is used to treat impotency in men. 

Key Features

How does Caverta 100 mg work?

Caverta 100 mg is a Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis which increases the blood flow to the penis on sexual stimulation. 

When to take Caverta 100 mg?

Take the medication roughly an hour before the planned sexual activity or as directed by the healthcare provider. Never take more than the prescribed frequency within a 24-hour period. You can take it with or without food but avoid heavy or high-fat meals as it may delay the metabolism of the medication. 

What is Caverta 100 mg used for?

Caverta 100 mg is used in the treatment of Erectile dysfunction. 

What are the side effects of Caverta 100 mg?

Major and minor side effects associated with Caverta 100 mg are:

• Indigestion 
• Trouble sleeping
• Visual disturbances
• Bloody and cloudy urine
• Painful urination
• Nausea
• Nasal congestion
• Sudden decrease or loss of hearing (rare)
• Excessive tearing of the eye
• Dizziness
• Bleeding of the nose 

What are the interactions of Caverta 100 mg?

Severe drug interactions include:

• Nitrates: Medications like nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate or recreational drugs combined with Caverta can cause a severe, fatal and sudden drop in blood pressure. 
• Guanylate Cyclase Stimulators: Combining Caverta with Riociguat can lead to dangerously low blood pressure. 

Moderate and other drug interactions include:

• CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Strong liver enzymes like ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin, clarithromycin, etc slow down the breakdown of sildenafil and thus there are increased levels of sildenafil in the blood which can lead to increased side effects. 
• CYP3A4 Inducers: Medications like rifampicin can speed up the clearance of sildenafil while reducing its effectiveness. 
• Alpha-blockers: Drugs used for the treatment of high blood pressure or enlargement of prostate can cause blood pressure lowering effects. 

What are the precautions?

• Caverta 100 mg is unsafe and not indicated for women, nursing mothers or children under the age of 18 years. 
• Avoid taking the tablet after a heavy and high-fat meal as it can delay its onset and reduce its effectiveness. 
• The tablet is not recommended for use if you have medical conditions related to the retina. 
• Avoid driving or dangerous tasks until you know how the medication affects you. 
• If you have an erection that is painful or lasts 4 or more hours, seek emergency medical treatment.
• Do not drink alcohol.

Conclusion

Caverta 100 mg (Sildenafil) is a PDE5 Inhibitor used for Erectile Dysfunction . It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, increasing blood flow to the penis in response to sexual stimulation . It should be taken at most once a day about an hour before sexual activity, and only as prescribed by a healthcare provider. Talk to a physician before use if you have a heart, retinal or blood pressure condition or are taking other medications. Seek emergency care for an erection lasting more than 4 hours, sudden vision loss, or sudden hearing loss. 

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