Forzest 20 Tablet

Short Description

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

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Forzest 20 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. Forzest 20 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 Forzest 20 Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

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

Pregnancy Warning

Forzest 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.

Interacting Medicines

Nitroglycerin Isosorbide Dinitrate Isosorbide Mononitrate Nicorandil

Forzest 20 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. Forzest 20 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.

Do not use Forzest 20 Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain). Do not use Forzest 20 Tablet if you have had a heart attack in the past 3 months or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.