Silnapro Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Violette Remedies Private Limited |
| Active Ingredient | Sildenafil (25mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Benzenesulfonamide Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS |
| Action Class | Phosphodiesterase-V inhibitors |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 517 |
FAQ
Can I get Silnapro without a prescription?
No, you need a doctor's prescription to get Silnapro since it is a prescription medicine. Your doctor will prescribe it only if they judge that it would be beneficial for you.
Can I drink alcohol while on Silnapro?
Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from Silnapro, it is advised to not drink excessive amounts of alcohol before taking Silnapro.
When should I take Silnapro?
Take Silnapro about 1 hour before you plan to have sex. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Inform your doctor if you feel the effect of Silnapro is too strong or too weak.
Does Silnapro increase blood pressure?
No, Silnapro is not associated with an increase in blood pressure. However, it can cause a decrease in blood pressure especially if taken with other blood pressure-lowering medications. Please consult your doctor before taking Silnapro with any other medicine.
Can I take Silnapro for the rest of my life?
Silnapro is a prescription medicine and should only be taken for the duration that is advised by your doctor.
Is Silnapro safe to use in patients with diabetes?
Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then Silnapro is safe to use in patients with diabetes.
Does Silnapro affect sperm?
Silnapro does not affect sperm count or its health. It is a medicine that is used to treat erectile dysfunction.
Can I take Silnapro as often as I want?
No, do not take Silnapro for more than once a day. If you take more Silnapro than the recommended dose then you may experience an increase in side effects and their severity. These side effects include flushing, headache, muscle pain, stomach upset, allergic reactions and vision changes such as blurred vision. Contact your doctor if Silnapro does not help you to get an erection, or if your erection does not last long enough for you to complete sexual intercourse.
Can I take Silnapro in my twenties?
Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then Silnapro can be taken in your twenties.
Why does Silnapro cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension)?
Silnapro has the property of relaxing the smooth muscle of the blood vessels and widening them which can cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension). So, when used with blood pressure lowering medicines or nitrates, it can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, which could be fatal. Silnapro should not be taken if you are taking nitrates for chest pain or you have a history of heart attack or stroke in the past 6 months.
Can I take Silnapro for premature ejaculation?
No, Silnapro is not known to have any beneficial effects in treating premature ejaculation. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
Why is the use of Silnapro contraindicated with nitrates?
Use of Silnapro is harmful for patients taking nitrates or blood pressure-lowering medicines as their combined use can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, which can also result in death. However, if these medicines are to be taken together then it is advised to keep a time gap of 24 hours between the intake of Penegra and blood pressure-lowering medicines.
Does Silnapro affect fertility?
No, Silnapro does not affect fertility, neither negatively nor positively.
What if you forget to take Silnapro?
If you miss a dose of Silnapro, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Silnapro Tablet Reviews
Silnapro is used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection. It works by helping to relax the blood vessels in your penis, allowing blood to flow into your penis when you get sexually excited.
Silnapro may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal. It should be strictly taken as advised by your doctor. You should take it about one hour before you plan to have sex. The amount of time it takes to work varies from person to person, but it normally takes between 30 minutes and one hour. This medicine will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. However, you should not take this medicine if you do not have erectile dysfunction. It should not be taken more than once a day.
The most common side effects of this medicine are flushing, headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle pain, stomach upset, and rash. Talk to your doctor if any of these side effects persist or bother you. They may be able to help you manage the side effects.
This medicine is not intended for use by women and men should avoid using any other medicines to treat impotence without talking to a doctor first. It can be dangerous to take it along with medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain or angina). Do not take this medicine if you have severe heart or liver problems, if you have recently had a stroke or heart attack or if you have low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you suffer from these or any other health problems before taking it. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it increases the chances of side effects.
Silnapro may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal. It should be strictly taken as advised by your doctor. You should take it about one hour before you plan to have sex. The amount of time it takes to work varies from person to person, but it normally takes between 30 minutes and one hour. This medicine will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. However, you should not take this medicine if you do not have erectile dysfunction. It should not be taken more than once a day.
The most common side effects of this medicine are flushing, headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle pain, stomach upset, and rash. Talk to your doctor if any of these side effects persist or bother you. They may be able to help you manage the side effects.
This medicine is not intended for use by women and men should avoid using any other medicines to treat impotence without talking to a doctor first. It can be dangerous to take it along with medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain or angina). Do not take this medicine if you have severe heart or liver problems, if you have recently had a stroke or heart attack or if you have low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you suffer from these or any other health problems before taking it. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it increases the chances of side effects.
How Silnapro Tablet Works
Silnapro is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels.
How to Use Silnapro Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Silnapro may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Silnapro Tablet
- In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction: Silnapro belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis. This allows blood to flow into the penis and produce an erection when sexually aroused. This medicine will only help get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. It is very effective but needs to be taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity.Do not take this medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).
Uses of Silnapro Tablet
- Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
Silnapro Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Silnapro is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Silnapro is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. A lowering of dose may be considered if it is not well-tolerated.
Driving
UNSAFE
Silnapro may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Silnapro.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Silnapro during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Silnapro during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.Use of Silnapro is not indicated in women.
Liver
CAUTION
Silnapro should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Silnapro may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- It is best to take it an hour before sexual intercourse. But, you can take it anytime between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sexual activity.
- Do not use Silnapro if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain).
- Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
- Do not take it more than once a day.
- You have been prescribed Silnapro for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
- Do not take it if you have had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.
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