Eractapal 100mg Tablet

Short Description

Eractapal 100mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction in men by increasing blood flow to the penis.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Eractapal 100mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis, helping men to get or maintain an erection. It belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. The most common side effects include flushing, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle pain, stomach upset, and rash. It is not intended for use by women and should not be taken with nitrates or if you have severe heart or liver problems. Consult your doctor for more information.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Flushing Headache Dizziness Blurred vision Muscle pain Stomach upset Rash

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Eractapal 100mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Eractapal 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Use of Eractapal 100mg Tablet is not indicated in women.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Eractapal 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Nitroglycerin Isosorbide Dinitrate Isosorbide Mononitrate Nicorandil

Eractapal 100mg Tablet is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis, thereby increasing blood flow into the penis on sexual stimulation. This helps you achieve and maintain a hard, erect penis suitable for sexual activity.

You have been prescribed Eractapal 100mg Tablet for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. 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 take it more than once a day. Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse. Do not use Eractapal 100mg Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain). 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.