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Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet

Manufactured byZydus Cadila
ContainsSildenafil
Description
Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet contains Sildenafil. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve and/or maintain an erection adequate for sexual intercourse. This medicine works by relaxing the blood vessels and helps in increasing the flow of blood to the penis. Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet can cause side effects like flushing (redness and feeling of warmth), headache, stomach upset, blurred vision, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. This medicine can make you feel dizzy. Hence, avoid driving vehicles and operating machines until you know how it affects you. Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet can be taken with or without food, as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet at least 30-60 minutes before sexual intercourse. This medicine will help you get/maintain an erection only if you are sexually stimulated. Do not take extra pills for quick results. Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is intended only for men. It is not recommended for use in women and children. Also, inform your doctor about your current medications and pre-existing medical conditions. This will help your doctor determine your dose to avoid any undesired effects.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet

  • Headache
  • Nosebleed
  • Indigestion
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Bloody and cloudy urine
  • Burning, numbness, tingling in the arms and feet
  • Visual disturbances
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Prolonged and painful erection
  • Painful urination
  • Excessive tearing of the eye
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Deafness
  • Nasal congestion
  • Nausea
  • Redness of the skin especially on the face and neck

Uses of Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Erectile Dysfunction
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet may remain in the body for 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet as it lowers blood pressure. Side effects such as dizziness, fainting, flushing, persistent headaches, changes in heart rate, etc., may occur.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Allergy

Avoid taking Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Nitrate containing medicines

Avoid taking Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet if you have been prescribed any medicine that contains nitrates such as Nitroglycerin, Isosorbide, etc. It may cause a decrease in blood pressure and lead to cardiovascular collapse (a dangerous drop in blood pressure that can be fatal).

Riociguat

Riociguat is a medicine that is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH; high blood pressure in the vessels that carry blood to the lungs). Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are on treatment with Riociguat, as it may significantly lower your blood pressure, which can be dangerous.

Cardiac insufficiency

Cardiac insufficiency (heart failure) is when the heart muscle is unable to pump blood as well as it should. If you have severe unstable angina (chest pain due to decreased blood supply to the heart) or severe cardiac failure, avoid taking Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet. Sexual activity is also not recommended in such cases due to the potential risk of a heart attack.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Breast-feeding

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
General warnings

Hypotension

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet can cause mild and short-lasting hypotension (decreased blood pressure levels) as it relaxes the blood vessels. Be careful if you are taking it along with any blood pressure-lowering medication.

Priapism

Priapism is a painful erection lasting for more than four hours. Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet may cause priapism in some cases. If an erection persists longer than four hours, seek immediate medical assistance.

Loss of hearing

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet can cause a sudden decrease or loss of hearing. It may be accompanied by tinnitus (ringing of the ears) or dizziness, as the increased blood flow to the ears may cause damage. Seek prompt medical attention if you experience any hearing loss after taking this medicine.

Surgery

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet can cause a severe drop in your blood pressure when combined with the effects of anaesthesia and other drugs used during surgery. If you are taking this medicine, inform your doctor before undergoing any surgery.

Use in children

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data of this medicine are not clinically established.

Counseling

The underlying cause of erectile dysfunction may be physical, psychological, or both. It is important to determine the underlying cause of erectile dysfunction to devise an appropriate plan of treatment. Counselling and therapy can increase the effectiveness of Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet.

Use in females

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Effect on vision

Cases of visual defect have been reported with Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet, especially if used together with other PDE5 inhibitors (Phosphodiesterase type 5) medicines. If you experience any sudden loss of vision, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor immediately.

Effect on bleeding

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet should be used with caution if you have gastrointestinal (stomach and intestine) bleeding or active ulcer (sore in the lining of the stomach and intestine).

Ability to drive or operate machines

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet may not severely affect your ability to drive vehicles or operate machines. However, it is important that you become aware of how the medicine affects your body.

Missed Dose

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is used as a single dose when required, so the chances of missing a dose are less.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you have consumed more than the prescribed amount of Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet, contact your doctor immediately for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet as it lowers blood pressure. Side effects such as dizziness, fainting, flushing, persistent headaches, changes in heart rate, etc., may occur.
Interaction with Medicine

Amlodipine

Carbamazepine

Clarithromycin

Dexamethasone

Ketoconazole

Nitroglycerin

Isoniazid

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is excreted through the kidneys. This medicine should be used with caution if you have pre-existing kidney problems, as it may cause further damage to your kidneys. Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems or are on renal dialysis (a procedure to remove waste products and excess fluid from the body when the kidneys are not working properly).

Disease of the retina

Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have medical conditions related to the retina (part of your eye that is responsible for vision) where colour discrimination is impaired. This medicine may worsen the condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet with or without food but if you have taken a heavy meal, it may take a longer time to work. Avoid taking it more than once a day. It is advisable to take Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet an hour before sexual intercourse. But, it can be taken anytime between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sexual activity. It is not recommended to give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than four hours after sexual intercourse. It is important to note that this medicine will not work without sexual stimulation and does not cure erectile dysfunction. Factors such as obesity, smoking, drinking, etc., could also contribute to erectile dysfunction. Follow lifestyle modifications like quitting smoking and drinking alcohol, reducing weight, eating a healthy diet, and exercising along with taking Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet. Remember that Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet does not offer any protection against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, HIV, etc. Hence adequate safety measures should be taken while having sexual intercourse. Seek counselling along with treatment with this medicine to achieve the best possible effect.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Penegra Xpress 50 Tablet is composed of Sildenafil which works by relaxing the smooth muscles in the penis and increases blood flow. This helps the penis to harden and leads to an erection.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Drugs for erectile dysfunction and ejaculatory disorder, Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H
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