HIGRA PLUS Tablet 4's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Dapoxetine 30 mg+Sildenafil 50 mg
Manufacturer
Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd
Variant
4 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
HIGRA PLUS TABLET is a combination of Dapoxetine and Sildenafil, which belong to the group of medicines called Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors, respectively. It is used in adult men to help improve blood flow to the penis and to manage early ejaculation by balancing certain chemicals in the brain. Before taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of fainting or dizziness due to low blood pressure. You must also inform your doctor if you have epilepsy, lung problems, mental health problems, or bleeding disorders before taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET as a precaution. HIGRA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with liver or heart problems. Avoid taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET with heavy meals or with grapefruit juice. The most common
Uses
OF HIGRA PLUS TABLETIt is used by adult men to: Help improve blood flow to the penis Manage early ejaculation
How It Works
HIGRA PLUS TABLET contains two medicines called dapoxetine and sildenafil. Dapoxetine delays ejaculation by blocking the reuptake of a chemical messenger called serotonin between the nerve cells. This increases the activity of serotonin within the brain, which therefore increases the time taken to release the semen (ejaculate) during sexual intercourse. Sildenafil works by improving the blood supply to the penis. It works by blocking the effects of certain enzymes (PDE5) in the body that limit blood flow to the penis. As a result, it relaxes the blood vessels supplying the penis and improves blood flow.
Directions for Use
Take HIGRA PLUS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow HIGRA PLUS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the medicine. Take HIGRA PLUS TABLET, preferably before meals, and at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before planning to have sexual intercourse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending on your age, body weight, and health condition.
Side Effects
taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET are flushing, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle pain, nausea, tiredness, increased sweating, restlessness, and a decrease in sex drive. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects trouble you. Also, inform your doctor immediately if you experience any prolonged painful penile erections without sexual stimulation (priapism), experience dizziness upon standing up suddenly, or if you have sudden mood changes or suicidal thoughts after taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET. USES OF HIGRA PLUS TABLETIt is used by adult men to: Help improve blood flow to the penis Manage early ejaculation HOW HIGRA PLUS TABLET WORKSHIGRA PLUS TABLET contains two medicines called dapoxetine and sildenafil. Dapoxetine delays ejaculation by blocking the reuptake of a chemical messenger called serotonin between the nerve cells. This increases the activity of serotonin within the brain, which therefore increases the time taken to release the semen (ejaculate) during sexual intercourse. Sildenafil works by improving the blood supply to the penis. It works by blocking the effects of certain enzymes (PDE5) in the body that limit blood flow to the penis. As a result, it relaxes the blood vessels supplying the penis and improves blood flow. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake HIGRA PLUS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow HIGRA PLUS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the medicine. Take HIGRA PLUS TABLET, preferably before meals, and at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before planning to have sexual intercourse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending on your age, body weight, and health condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF HIGRA PLUS TABLETCOMMON dizziness, headache nausea, vomiting feeling irritable, anxious, agitated, or restless sensation of numbness, tingling or prickling increased sweating hot flushes diarrhea, constipation, wind, and stomach pain problems in sleeping or strange dreams, difficulty in concentration tiredness or sleepiness blocked nose a rise in blood pressure decrease in sex drive ringing in the ears blurred vision, color tinge to vision, visual disturbance dry mouth UNCOMMON fainting change in mood, feeling overly excited or feelings of paranoia (feeling threatened) feeling confused, disoriented, or unable to think clearly abnormal heartbeat (slow or fast heart rate) feeling depressed or nervous feeling hot, jittery, abnormal, or drunk eye problems (eye irritation, pain or redness, watery eyes, double vision, abnormal sensation in the eye, seeing light flashes) low blood pressure feeling itchy or cold sweats spinning sensation abnormal taste skin rash muscle pain reduced sense of touch signs of inflammation of the lining of the nose, such as a runny nose or sneezing upper abdominal pain signs of gastroesophageal reflux disease, such as heartburn presence of blood in urine or semen pain in the arms or legs nosebleed RARE penile bleeding dry nose throat tightness, numbness of the mouth temporary decrease in blood flow to the brain sudden decrease or loss of hearing sudden onset of sleep (Ex. narcolepsy) urge to empty the bowel Stop taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reaction (such as wheeziness, difficulty breathing or dizziness, swelling of the face, lips, eyelids, or throat) prolonged or painful erection (priapism) chest pain, especially during or after sexual intercourse severe skin reactions (blistering of skin around the mouth, genitals or eyes, severe peeling and swelling of skin along with fever) sudden decline or loss of vision fits or seizures fainting or lightheadedness while standing mood changes, suicidal thoughts, or a tendency for self-harming
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedHIGRA PLUS TABLET is not intended for use by women. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedHIGRA PLUS TABLET is not intended for use by women. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESContraindicatedDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness or blurred vision after taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET. ALCOHOLContraindicatedAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET, as it may cause dizziness or sleepiness. KIDNEYUse with CautionHIGRA PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERContraindicatedHIGRA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with moderate or severe liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take HIGRA PLUS TABLET if you are allergic to Dapoxetine or Sildenafil. LUNGSUse with CautionHIGRA PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEContraindicatedHIGRA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems (such as heart failure, low blood pressure, or problems with the heart rhythm). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedHIGRA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN GERIATRICSContraindicatedHIGRA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in elderly patients (aged 65 years or older). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSHIGRA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have a history of fainting have or ever had signs of mania, such as feeling overexcited, irritable, or not being able to think clearly have severe depression have recently had a stroke have low blood pressure have signs of retinitis pigmentosa (rare inherited eye disease) such as decreased vision at night or in low light and loss of side vision Before taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have a history of feeling dizzy due to low blood pressure have schizophrenia (a psychiatric disease) have epilepsy have a history of bleeding or blood clotting problems have or are at risk of developing glaucoma have sickle cell anemia (an abnormality of red blood cells) have leukemia (cancer of blood cells) have multiple myeloma (cancer of the bone marrow) have a deformity in your penis have Peyronie’s disease (the development of fibrous scar tissue in the penis that causes painful erection) currently have a stomach ulcer have bleeding problems such as hemophilia are alcoholic
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, such as: nitrates or amyl nitrites (used for reliving chest pain) Ex. nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrite other medicines used to manage prostate problems or blood pressure, such as alpha blockers (Ex. silodosin, doxazosin) riociguat (a medicine used to manage increased pressure in the lungs) medicines used to manage depression (Ex. fluoxetine, sertraline, citalopram, escitalopram, amitriptyline, isocarboxazid, selegiline, nefazodone and St. john’s wort) thioridazine (a medicine used to manage a mental disorder called schizophrenia) lithium (a medicine used to manage bipolar disorder) tryptophan (a medicine used to induce sleep) medicines used to manage migraines (Ex. almotriptan, sumatriptan) non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (used to manage pain and inflammation) Ex. ibuprofen and aspirin tramadol (a medicine used to relieve pain) antibiotics (used to manage bacterial infections) Ex. telithromycin, linezolid, erythromycin, and clarithromycin medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. ritonavir, saquinavir, nelfinavir, atazanavir, amprenavir and fosamprenavir) medicines used to manage fungal infections (such as ketoconazole, itraconazole and fluconazole) warfarin (a medicine used to manage blood clotting) other medicines used to manage erectile dysfunction (such as tadalafil or vardenafil) medicines used to manage high blood pressure or chest pain (such as verapamil and diltiazem) aprepitant (a medicine that is used to manage nausea) medicines used to reduce anxiety and alter mental stability (Ex. morphine, pethidine, alprazolam, midazolam, clonazepam, MDMA (ecstasy) or lysergic acid diethylamide) B. Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid drinking grapefruit juice within 24 hours prior to taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET, as it may increase the level of HIGRA PLUS TABLET in the body. Also, taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET with a heavy meal may delay its onset of action. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more HIGRA PLUS TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of an overdose are nausea and vomiting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Dapoxetine, Sildenafil Pharmacological Category : Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI), Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors Therapeutic Indication : Problems in erection, to manage early ejaculation Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep HIGRA PLUS TABLET out of reach of children Store HIGRA PLUS TABLET at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about HIGRA PLUS Tablet 4's.
What is HIGRA PLUS TABLET used for?
HIGRA PLUS TABLET is used in adult men to help improve blood flow to the penis and to manage early ejaculation by balancing certain chemicals in the brain.
How do I take HIGRA PLUS TABLET?
Take HIGRA PLUS TABLET at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before sexual intercourse. It should be taken, preferably before meals, for a faster onset of action. Avoid taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET with heavy meals. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Can I take HIGRA PLUS TABLET daily?
HIGRA PLUS TABLET is generally prescribed as one dose per day. However, your doctor will decide whether you can take this medicine daily or not, depending upon your health condition. Do not take HIGRA PLUS TABLET more than once a day without consulting your doctor.
How long does it take for HIGRA PLUS TABLET to start working?
It may take around 30 minutes to 1 hour for HIGRA PLUS TABLET to start working; therefore, take this medicine at least one hour before planning to have sex. This time may vary from person to person depending on their health condition. Avoid taking heavy meals while taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET, as it could further delay the onset of action.
Who can take HIGRA PLUS TABLET?
HIGRA PLUS TABLET can be used for adult men with sexual problems. It is not suitable for use in healthy men who do not have any sexual problems or in men who are not sexually stimulated. It is also not advisable for use in children or adolescents (aged below 18 years).
What happens if I consume a higher dose of HIGRA PLUS TABLET than prescribed by my doctor?
Do not consume a higher dose of HIGRA PLUS TABLET than the one prescribed by your doctor, as it may lead to unwanted side effects. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you, depending on your age and disease condition. If the prescribed dose does not help you, contact your doctor.
Can men be taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET father a child?
There is no confirmed proof that HIGRA PLUS TABLET could affect fertility in men. However, it is better to consult your doctor before taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET if you are planning to father a child.
Is HIGRA PLUS TABLET safe?
Yes. HIGRA PLUS TABLET is safe to use. But inform your doctor immediately if you experience painful, prolonged erections or chest pain after taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET. It can also cause headache, dizziness, flushing or muscle pain in some individuals. Contact your doctor if they bother you.
Can I consume alcohol while taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET?
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET, as it could reduce the effectiveness of HIGRA PLUS TABLET.
How long do the effects of HIGRA PLUS TABLET last?
The effects of HIGRA PLUS TABLET would normally last for 4 hours. However, this time may vary from person to person depending on their age and health condition. Consult your doctor if the effects of HIGRA PLUS TABLET do not last long.
Can HIGRA PLUS TABLET make you last longer?
Yes. HIGRA PLUS TABLET delays the release of sperm (ejaculation) in patients suffering from premature ejaculation.
Will taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET affect my sexual life?
Long-term use of HIGRA PLUS TABLET may negatively impact your sexual life. It may cause sexual problems, such as a decrease in sex drive. Talk to your doctor if you are facing any sexual problems while taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET.
How does HIGRA PLUS TABLET work?
HIGRA PLUS TABLET contains two medicines called dapoxetine and sildenafil. Dapoxetine delays ejaculation by blocking the reuptake of a chemical messenger called serotonin between the nerve cells. This increases the activity of serotonin within the brain, which therefore increases the time taken to release the semen (ejaculate) during sexual intercourse. Sildenafil works by improving the blood supply to the penis. It works by blocking the effects of certain enzymes (PDE5) in the body that limit blood flow to the penis. As a result, it relaxes the blood vessels supplying the penis and improves blood flow.
Can I stop taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET on my own without consulting a doctor?
Do not stop taking HIGRA PLUS TABLET without consulting your physician, as sudden discontinuation of HIGRA PLUS TABLET may cause withdrawal symptoms like sleeping problems or dizziness.
Can HIGRA PLUS TABLET cause bipolar disorder?
HIGRA PLUS TABLET may cause mood changes in some individuals. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any sudden changes in mood. Also, it is important to inform you doctor if you already have bipolar disorder as a precaution before starting management with HIGRA PLUS TABLET.
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Last Updated
12 Dec 2023