Vasosure Tablet
Vasosure Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. It may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal, but it should be taken at a fixed time each day. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may lead to the worsening of your condition.
Vasosure Tablet
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Vasosure Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure in the blood vessels that supply the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension). It relieves breathlessness and improves exercise capacity in men and women. This slows down the progression of your illness.
Vasosure Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. It may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal, but it should be taken at a fixed time each day. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may lead to the worsening of your condition.
The most common side effects of this medicine are flushing and headache. If they bother you or if you experience any other side effects, talk to your doctor. They may be able to help you reduce or prevent the side effects.
This medicine can be dangerous to take along with medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain). 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. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor 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.
03Uses
Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
04How To Use
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. Vasosure Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Vasosure Tablet is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your lungs thereby reducing the high blood pressure in the lungs. This allows your heart to work less to pump blood in your lungs.
06Benefits
In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
Vasosure Tablet 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).
07Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Rash
Upset stomach
Muscle pain
Indigestion
Blurred vision
Nosebleeds
Stiffness
Headache
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
08Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vasosure Tablet.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vasosure Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vasosure Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Use of Vasosure Tablet is not indicated in women.
Driving:UNSAFE
Vasosure Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vasosure Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Vasosure Tablet 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.
Liver:CAUTION
Vasosure Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vasosure Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.There is limited information available on the use of Vasosure Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.
09Drug Tips
Vasosure Tablet is used to treat high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs (the pulmonary arteries).
It can help improve your quality of life and exercise ability.
Vasosure Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Do not use other medicines (nitrates or nitroglycerin) when taking Vasosure Tablet as it could drop your blood pressure to a dangerous level.
Do not consume alcohol while taking Vasosure Tablet as that may increase the blood pressure-lowering effects of Vasosure Tablet.
Stop taking Vasosure Tablet and immediately inform your doctor if you notice loss of vision in one or both eyes or sudden loss of hearing with ringing sensation in your ear.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to worsening of your symptoms.
References
Sources and references
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