PAH 20 Tablet

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Composition FOR PAH 20mg Tablet

Sildenafil(20mg)

food interaction for PAH Tablet

alcohol interaction for PAH Tablet

pregnancy interaction for PAH Tablet

lactation interaction for PAH Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
PAH 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with PAH 20 Tablet.
UNSAFE
PAH 20 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
PAH 20 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 PAH 20 Tablet is not indicated in women.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR PAH 20mg Tablet

Sildenafil(20mg)

Pah tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

How pah tablet works

PAH 20 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.

Common side effects of pah tablet

Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Blurred vision, Indigestion, Muscle pain, Upset stomach, Diarrhea, Nasal inflammation, Sinus inflammation

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Expert advice FOR PAH Tablet

  • Sildenafil 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.
  • Sildenafil 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 Sildenafil as it could drop your blood pressure to a dangerous level.
  • Do not consume alcohol while taking Sildenafil as that may increase the blood pressure-lowering effects of Sildenafil.
  • Stop taking Sildenafil 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR PAH 20mg Tablet

Sildenafil

Q. Can I get PAH 20 Tablet without a prescription?
No, you need a doctor's prescription to get PAH 20 Tablet since it is a prescription medicine. Your doctor will prescribe it only if they judge that it would be beneficial for you.
Q. Can I take PAH 20 Tablet for the rest of my life?
PAH 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine and should only be taken for the duration that is advised by your doctor.
Q. Why is the use of PAH 20 Tablet contraindicated with nitrates?
Use of PAH 20 Tablet 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.
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Q. Why does PAH 20 Tablet cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension)?
PAH 20 Tablet 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. PAH 20 Tablet 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.
Q. Is PAH 20 Tablet safe to use in patients with diabetes?
Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then PAH 20 Tablet is safe to use in patients with diabetes.
Q. Can I take PAH 20 Tablet as often as I want?
No, do not take PAH 20 Tablet for more than once a day. If you take more PAH 20 Tablet 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 PAH 20 Tablet does not help you to get an erection, or if your erection does not last long enough for you to complete sexual intercourse.

Content on this page was last updated on 17 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)