Filda 20mg Tablet

Short Description

Filda 20mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Filda 20mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH. It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection. In PAH, it relaxes or widens the blood vessels inside the lungs, which reduces blood pressure in the lungs.

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. Filda 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Filda 20mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Filda 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Filda 20mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

Pregnancy Warning

Filda 20mg 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.

Interacting Medicines

Nitroglycerin Isosorbide Dinitrate Isosorbide Mononitrate Nicorandil

Filda 20mg Tablet is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works in erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels. Filda 20mg Tablet also relaxes or widens the blood vessels inside the lungs. When the blood vessels relax and widen, it's easier for the heart to pump blood through the lungs, which reduces blood pressure in the lungs.

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. Do not use Filda 20mg Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain). It may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can reduce your ability to get an erection and can make dizziness worse. Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.