Description

• Chemical name: (6R-trans)-6-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)- 2,3,6,7,12,12a-hexahydro-2-methyl-pyrazino [1', 2'
• Formula: C₂₂H₁₉N₃O₄
• Anabolic activity index: not a steroid
• Androgenic activity index: not a steroid

VIDALISTA-5 - CENTURION LABORATORIES

Vidalista-5 is manufactured by Centurion Laboratories and contains 5mg of Tadalafil as active ingredient. Vidalista-5 is a drug that relaxes smooth muscles in blood vessel walls thus improving blood flow to certain body parts. This action makes the drug efficient in treating men with erectile dysfunction. However, Vidalista-5 is also used to improve symptoms of benign prostatic pyperplasia, improve ability to exercise of people with pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Vidalista-5 belongs to a class of drugs called PDE5 inhibitors. It works in treating erectile dysfunction by inhibiting the action of PDE5 to prevent breakdown of cGMP in the penis. Increased levels of cGMP lead to smooth muscle relaxation thus increasing blood flow to produce an erection. Vidalista helps men get and maintain erections during sexual stimulation. However, it does not cure erectile dysfunction nor it increases a man’s libido. This drug does not prevent pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.  

Dosage

The dosage of this drug will depend on the medical condition to be treated, age of patient, the strength of the drug, among other factors. A physician will determine the right dosage per patient.
A tablet of Vidalista-5 must be taken orally, swallowed whole with a glass full of water and may be taken with or without water. This drug may be taken daily or on an as needed basis. Used for erectile dysfunction on an as needed basis, the usual adult dose is 10mg single dose, not more than 1 dose within 24 hours. A tablet is taken 30 minutes before an anticipated sexual activity.

For daily use, the recommended adult dose is 2.5mg once a day, taken at same times every day, without regard to the time of sexual activity. In treating both erectile dysfunction and benign prostatic hyperplasia, the recommended dose is 5mg once daily, taken at same times every day, without regard to the time of sexual activity. If this drug is taken on a daily basis and a dose is missed, the missed dose must be taken as soon as remembered, but skipped if it’s almost time for the next dose and resume regular dosing schedule.  The dose must not be doubled only to make up for a missed dose. The maximum dose of this drug is one tablet per day.

The dose may be adjusted by a physician, depending on the response to the treatment.

Contraindications

Vidalista-5 must not be taken by those with known allergy to the active ingredient Tadalafil, and all the tablet’s inactive ingredient. This drug must not be used together with drugs that treat pulmonary arterial hypertension like Riociguat. Use of nitrate drugs including drugs for heart problems and recreational drugs, is also contraindicated as it may cause a serious sudden decrease in blood pressure. Men advised to avoid sexual activity due to medical reasons must not use Vidalista-5.

Side effects

Common side effects of Vidalista include headache, nausea, sinus pain, nasal congestion, muscle pain, sore throat and diarrhea, indigestion or heartburn, flushing, cough. A healthcare professional must be contacted if these side effects persist or become worse. Use of Vidalista-5 must be stopped and healthcare professionals must be notified right away for any of the following serious side effects:

• Ringing in the ears or sudden loss of hearing
• Vision changes like blurring of vision, having a blue tinge on objects or difficult in telling blue and green colors apart
• Irregular heartbeat
• Seizure
• Lightheadedness
• Swelling of hands, ankles, feet
• Sudden vision loss
• Heart attack symptoms including chest pain, pain spreading to jaw, shoulder or left arm, nausea and sweating

Painful erection or erection lasting more than 4 hours, which can cause further damage to the penis
Signs of allergic reaction including hives, trouble breathing and swallowing, swelling of face, throat, lips, tongue

Vidalista-5 can reduce blood flow to the optic nerve of the eye that may result in sudden loss of vision which becomes permanent in some cases. People with pre-existing eye problems and risk factors for disorders of blood vessels may be at risk from this effect.

Consult a healthcare professional for more Vidalista-5 side effect information.

Warnings and Precautions

To make sure Vidalista is safe for use, healthcare professionals must be informed of any of the following medical conditions:

• Heart attack in the past 90 days
• History of stroke or congestive heart failure in the past 6 months
• Heart disease or problems with heart rhythm
• Liver or kidney disease
• Blood cell disorder
• Bleeding disorder
• Stomach ulcer
• Retinitis pigmentosa
• Deformity of penis

Vidalista may also interact with other medications and herbal products such as, but not limited to:

• Antibiotics
• Antifungals
• Antivirals
• Antiseizures
• Antihypertensives

Vidalista-5 may be used for pulmonary arterial hypertension in men and women.  This drug is under Pregnancy Category B meaning no fetal harm is observed in animal studies and no adequate studies in humans. It is unknown if the drug passes into human breast milk. This drug may be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women only if a physician has outweighed benefits over risks.

Vidalista-5 and Alcohol

Consuming large amounts of alcohol when taking Vidalista-5 may increase the chances of experiencing side effects such as headache, dizziness, low blood pressure and fast heartbeat. Drinking alcohol while on Vidalista-5 use is not recommended.

Vidalista-5 and Grapefruit

Consuming grapefruit products must be avoided while taking this drug as it may cause interaction and result in undesirable effects.