About Kamagra
Kamagra 100 mg (Sildenafil) is a brand manufactured by an Indian company named Ajanta Pharma Ltd. These are available in the market in the form of oral tablets(known as “Blue Pills”), oral gel form & liquid gel form. It is for men who are suffering from erectile dysfunctioning or impotence and offers a quick and effective therapy.
About the drug
Kamagra 100 mg (Sildenafil) is having Sildenafil Citrate as the main active Pharmaceutical ingredient. It is available in 100mg strength and packaged in the form of separate portions as pouches. Each pack contains 7 pouches. It is available in different flavours such as Banana, Strawberry, Pineapple, Vanilla or as per the person’s preference flavours are available. It is easily available at medical shops, online e-Pharmacies, hospitals, medical shops etc.
Some other brands equivalent to Kamagra 100 mg (Sildenafil) in the USA are:
- Viagra
- Revatia
About salt of the drug
Sildenafil is a PDE5 inhibitor. PDE5 is acountable for lowering in the cGMP Levels (cGMP is responsible for the increased blood circulation in the blood vessels and cause muscles relaxation of Penile body). Sildenafil causes inhibition of PDE5 Enzyme which results in an increase in the production of cGMP Levels. Therefore, it is a potent agent responsible for penile erection. Sildenafil can also be used for other conditions which are mentioned as below:
- Erectile dysfunction
- Enhanced sexual performance
- Pulmonary arterial Hypertension
Medical Uses of the drug
Kamagra 100mg drug is used for the treatment of the following medical conditions:
- Erectile dysfunction(impotence)
- Pulmonary arterial Hypertension
Working of a drug
Kamagra 100 mg (Sildenafil) contains Sildenafil which is a PDE-5 inhibitor. PDE-5 is responsible for the breakdown of cGMP as a response of sexual stimulation. Higher the level of cGMP longer is the duration of erection of penis in man. Therefore, Kamagra is responsible for the prevention of breakdown of cGMP which results into increase in the cGMP levels and cause sustainability in the duration of erection for a longer period of time comparatively.
Side effects
Though the use of Kamagra is not associated with any severe side- effects but sometimes it may result in:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Nasal Congestion
- Indigestion
- Blurring of vision
- Erections lasting more than four hours
If you find any of these symptoms consult a doctor immediately and in the unlikely event of an erection that lasts for 4 hours or longer, please consult your doctor immediately.
How to use
Kamagra is a drug that must be used according to the advise by the Doctor. Follow all the instructions advised by the prescriber. While using Kamagra drug keep the following instructions in mind:
- Don’t take more than one sachet per day
- This drug is not meant to be used by females. It is expected that the drug should be taken at least 30-60 minutes before the sexual intercourse.
- First time users should start with 40 mg dose initially for stronger erection
- Take with or without food
- User should properly swallow the content
- Daily dose above 100 mg are not recommended
- Store the medication in a cool & dry place
Drugs that are known to interact with this medicine
Drug interactions are very common when two or more drugs are taken together. Some potent drugs that can interact with Kamagra 100 mg are-
- Drugs used to treat Pulmonary hypertension e.g. Prazosin, Atenolol
- Drugs for treatment of heart-related problems or chest pain e.g. nitrate drugs
- The problems that make sexual activity unsafe
- Antibiotic or antifungal medications
- Medicines to treat hepatitis C or HIV/AIDS
- Antiepileptic medicines
When to avoid taking the drug
Avoid intake of Kamagra 100 mg (Sildenafil) in case of already using drugs related to Cardiovascular Disease, Kidney Disease and Retinal Disease and avoid intake of this medication along with other drugs used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and other steroidal drugs.
Things to avoid when using the drug
Avoid the consumption of following things while taking this medication which are mentioned as below:
- Avoid taking medication along with alcoholic beverages it may cause dizziness, hypotension and sudden fainting
- Avoid to take medication with grapefruit juice & its related products
General Information and Precautions
- Keep this medicine away from the reach of children.
- This medicine is not meant for consumption by women or children under the age of 18.
- Do not use the drug along with alcoholic beverages as it may cause dizziness, sleepiness fainting, changes in heart rate, persistent headache, etc.
- Not recommended for use in case of pregnancy unless it is absolutely necessary for the use and it is used only as in case of pulmonary hypertension treatment under the guidance of doctor only during pregnancy
- It is not safe for use while driving and doing any machinery related work as after consumption of drug it may cause sleepiness
- It is not advised to be used in patients suffering from any heart, kidney, and retinal diseases and also in patients who are suffering from any other disease related to the penis such as Its improper shape and size, etc.
- This drug is not advised to be taken by patients who have recently undergone through any kind of surgery and dental procedures
- This drug is not advised to be taken while lactating unless it is absolutely necessary for the use and a very small dose can be taken for the pulmonary hypertension treatment purpose.
- This drug is not advised to be taken while patient is suffering from any fungal disease and any viral disease as the drug shows drug interactions along with antifungals, antivirals and antibiotics and may lead to serious health complications
- Any kind of allergy and intolerance if noted after the use of the medication, inform this to your doctor as soon as possible
- Don’t take this drug along with other medications used for the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction
Storage
Kamagra 100 mg (Sildenafil) should be stored at room temperature in a cool and dry place. It should be kept safe from heat and direct light. Do not freeze the medicine unless stated. Store the medication at room temperature in between 15º C- 30º C. Don’t use the medication after it gets expired from the date of its packaging as stated on the pack size.
General FAQs regarding the drug
WILL THE MEDICATION’S EFFECT GET EASILY REVERSIBLE AFTER USE?
Ans. Yes, the medication’s effect will get reversible after its use on a normal dose.
CAN THE DRUG BE USED IN NORMAL CONDITION TOO FOR GENERATION OF THE INTENSE ERECTION OF THE PENIS BEFORE SEXUAL INTERCOURSE?
Ans. No, It is used only in case of erectile dysfunction related problems.
WHAT ARE THE NORMAL SIDE EFFECTS WHICH THE MEDICATION USUALLY CAUSE AND WILL IT VANISH AWAY WITH TIME OR NOT?
Ans. Normal side effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea, etc. Yes, it will vanish away with time easily.
DOES IT CAUSE ANY HORMONAL IMBALANCE AFTER ITS INTAKE?
Ans. No, at normal dose it does not cause any hormonal imbalance but causes hormonal imbalance in case of overdose if taken by mistake.
IS IT SAFE TO USE IN CASE OF STRESSFUL SITUATIONS?
Ans. Yes, it is safe to take medication in stressful conditions if it is taken under the guidance of doctor.
DOES THE DRUG CAUSE ANY HORMONAL SIDE EFFECTS IN THE CASE OF FEMALE PATIENTS IF IT IS USED AS A THERAPY FOR PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION?
Ans. Yes, it is safe for use in the case of a woman to treat Pulmonary hypertension if it is taken according to prescribed limits of dose by the doctor.
DOES IT CAUSE HYPOTENSION AS A SIDE EFFECT IF IT IS TAKEN ON A DAILY BASIS FOR THE TREATMENT OF PULMONARY HYPERTENSION?
Ans. No, it will not show any hypotension as a side effect if it is taken on a normal dose prescribed by the doctor.
IS THE SAME STRENGTH CAN BE USED FOR THE TREATMENT OF PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION?
Ans. No, the strength of the dose is small around 10-20 mg used for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.
CAN THE DRUG BE TAKEN ALONG WITH WATER?
Ans. Yes, it can be taken along with water advised by the doctor accordingly.
SHOULD THE SAME DOSE STRENGTH PRESCRIBED IN THE CASE OF ELDERLY PATIENTS?
Ans. Yes, the dose should be taken the same by elderly patients suffering from erectile dysfunction only after complete medical examination by a doctor if the patient is above 60 years of age.