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What is Silagra?
Silagra is the brand name for Sildenafil Citrate. It's a medicine that helps men with erectile dysfunction (ED) have sexual intercourse again.
How does Silagra work?
Silagra dilates the arteries in the penis and thus allows filling of blood into sinusoids (small spaces in the penis). As the penis hardens, the veins are compressed restricting the blood flow out of the penis. This filling of blood into the penile space causes an erection.
How should I take Silagra?
Take one tablet one hour before you plan to have sex. Don't take more than one tablet in 24 hours. The medicine comes in tablets of 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg. Most patients can start with 50mg. Even if you take Silagra, you still need physical and mental stimulation and desire to have an erection. If your first dose of Silagra does not help, Call your doctor. Your doctor may want to change your tablet strength.
What are the side effects of Silagra?
Silagra has some common side effects.
- Headache
- Flushing (face and upper body turning red and warm)
- Stomach upset
- Running nose
- Vision changes ( Things look blue)
- Headache is the most common side effect. Vision changes are least common. Talk to your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you.
Can everyone use Silagra?
You should not use Silagra if you take any of these forms of nitrates:
- Isosorbide Mononitrate (brand names: Monotrate, Vasotrate, Ismo, Imdur, Angicor)
- Isosorbide dinitrate (brand names: Sorbitrate, Isordil)
- Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets or spray (Angised, Angispan, GTN spray)
- Transdermal nitroglycerin patches or ointments (brand names: Top nitro, Nitroderm TTS, Myovin)
Please Note: the above is not a comprehensive list and mentions only some commonly used brands. If you are not sure of the medicine you are taking, you should consult your doctor.
Can I take Silagra after food?
Yes, but high fat meals should be avoided before taking Silagra to have better response.
Can I take Silagra with alcohol?
The consumption of alcoholic beverages can temporarily impair the ability to get and keep a sustained erection. To achieve maximum results while using Silagra, you should not drink large amounts of alcohol before taking the medication.
Will Silagra work as soon as I take it?
For the best results, take Silagra about one hour before engaging in sexual activity. Silagra is designed to last between 30 minutes and four hours for most patients. Ultimately, Silagra can help you get an erection and maintain that erection if you are sexually aroused. |
