Vigora Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Vigora Tablet contains Sildenafil, a Phosphodiesterase Type 5 (PDE 5) Inhibitor. It is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men and to manage pulmonary hypertension. It works by relaxing blood vessels and increasing blood flow to the penis, helping a man achieve and maintain an erection during sexual stimulation. It should be used exactly as directed, with attention to important warnings and precautions.

What is Vigora Tablet

Vigora Tablet contains Sildenafil. It is a medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men, a condition where a man is unable to achieve and/or maintain an erection adequate for sexual intercourse.

Vigora Tablet uses

• Erectile Dysfunction
• Pulmonary Hypertension

Benefits of Vigora Tablet

• Enhance erectile function
• Increase satisfaction in sexual relationship
• Used for treating pulmonary arterial hypertension
• Improves sexual performance

How Vigora Tablet works

Vigora relaxes blood vessels and increases blood flow to the penis, which helps a man get and keep an erection.

Vigora Tablet dosage

Vigora can be taken with or without food, but a heavy meal may make it take longer to work. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet. Avoid taking it more than once a day. It is best taken about an hour before sexual activity, though it can be taken anywhere between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sex. It requires sexual stimulation to work; it will not work on its own. Do not take extra doses expecting quicker results. This medicine is not for use in women or children.

Available forms and strengths

• Tablet
• Sachet

Side effects of Vigora Tablet

Common

• Headache
• Nosebleed
• Indigestion
• Trouble sleeping
• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Nasal congestion
• Nausea
• Redness of the skin especially on the face and neck
• Heartburn
• Upset stomach
• Abnormal vision
• Insomnia
• Breathlessness

Serious

• Bloody and cloudy urine
• Burning, numbness, tingling in the arms and feet
• Visual disturbances
• Sensitivity to light
• Prolonged and painful erection
• Painful urination

Warnings and precautions

• Vigora is not recommended for use in women. It is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding.
• Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may need to adjust your dose. Vigora is not recommended for people with severe kidney problems or those on dialysis.
• Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may need to adjust your dose.
• Avoid or limit alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can lower blood pressure and cause dizziness, fainting, flushing, persistent headaches, or changes in heart rate.
• This medicine may affect alertness, vision, or cause sleepiness and dizziness. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you notice these effects.
• Avoid taking this medicine if you are on any medicine containing nitrates, as it can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure that can be fatal.
• Not recommended if you are taking Riociguat, as the combination may cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
• People with severe unstable angina or severe heart failure should not take this medicine, and sexual activity is not recommended in such cases due to heart attack risk.
• This medicine can cause priapism, a painful erection lasting more than 4 hours, which can permanently damage the penis if not treated right away.
• This medicine has been linked to sudden hearing loss, sometimes with ringing in the ears or dizziness.
• Tell your doctor you are taking this medicine before any surgery, since it can cause a severe drop in blood pressure when combined with anesthesia and other surgical drugs.
• Not recommended for use in children under 18 years old, since safety and effectiveness have not been established.
• Use with caution if you have gastrointestinal bleeding or an active ulcer, as there is no safety information available for these conditions.
• Not recommended for people with eye conditions affecting the retina where color vision is impaired, as it may worsen the condition.
• This medicine does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases, so appropriate safety measures should still be used during sex.

Storage

• Store at room temperature (below 30°C).
• Keep tablets in the original packaging until use.
• Protect from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
• Keep away from children and pets.

When to see a doctor

• Get medical help right away if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as skin rash, itching or swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing.
• If your erection lasts longer than 4 hours, seek immediate medical help.
• If you suddenly lose your hearing after taking this medicine, seek medical attention right away.
• If you experience a sudden loss of vision, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor immediately.
• If you take too much of this medicine on purpose or by accident and feel severe dizziness, fainting, or a painful/prolonged erection, contact your doctor immediately.

Alternatives

• Tadalafil
• Avanafil
• Udenafil