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Pulmosil 0.8 MG Injection
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Pulmosil 0.8 MG Injection

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsSildenafil
Description
Pulmosil 0.8 MG Injection is used in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure levels in the arteries connecting the heart and the lungs) only after taking into consideration all the risks and benefits associated with its use.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pulmosil 0.8 MG Injection

  • Headache
  • Nosebleed
  • Pain at the injection site
  • Sleeplessness
  • Dizziness
  • Bloody and cloudy urine
  • Visual disturbances
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Irregular heartbeat

Uses of Pulmosil 0.8 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to sildenafil or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Nitrate containing medicines

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients receiving any other medicines containing nitrates (Eg: Nitroglycerin, Isosorbide etc.) due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings

Hypotension (low blood pressure levels)

This medicine may cause a mild and short-lasting decrease in blood pressure levels. Caution should be exercised if you are receiving any medication for lowering high blood pressure levels. It is advised that you report all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, to the doctor before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Other medications

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are receiving medicines such as nitroglycerine, riociguat, etc. due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. This medicine should be used with caution in patients receiving medicines to treat high blood pressure levels, heart diseases, etc. It is advised that you report the use of all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before starting therapy with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
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

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Amlodipine

Carbamazepine

Clarithromycin

Dexamethasone

Imatinib Mesylate

Ketoconazole

Atazanavir

Nitroglycerin

Isoniazid

Terazosin

ACE inhibitors

Atenolol

Tamsulosin

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Disease of the retina

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from disorders of the retina where color discrimination is impaired since it may worsen the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the patient's clinical 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.
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
This medicine works by decreasing the blood pressure in the pulmonary blood vessels.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Agents for pulmonary hypertension, Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 26 May 2020

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