Caverta 50 Tablet

Caverta 50 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis. This helps men to get or maintain an erection. It belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. Caverta 50 Tablet may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal. It should be strictly taken as advised by your doctor. You should take about 1 hour before you plan to have sex. The amount of time it takes to work varies from person to person, but it normally takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour. This medicine will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. However, you should not take this medicine if you do not have erectile dysfunction. It should not be taken more than once a day. The most common side effects of this medicine are flushing (sense of warmth), headache, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle pain, stomach upset, and rash. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away. They may be able to help by changing the dosage or prescribing you an alternate medicine. Caverta 50 Tablet is not intended for use by women and men should avoid using any other medicines to treat impotence without talking to a doctor first. It can be dangerous to take it along with medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain or angina). Do not take this medicine if you have severe heart or liver problems, have recently had a stroke or heart attack or if you have low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you suffer from these or any other health problems before taking it. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it increases the chances of side effects.

• Treatment of Erectile dysfunction

Caverta 50 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.

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. Caverta 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Indigestion
• Muscle pain
• Upset stomach
• Rash
• Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
• Dizziness
• Nausea

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Caverta 50 Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Caverta 50 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Caverta 50 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Use of Caverta 50 Tablet is not indicated in women.

DrivingUNSAFE

Caverta 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Caverta 50 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Caverta 50 Tablet is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. A lowering of dose may be considered if it is not well-tolerated.

LiverCAUTION

Caverta 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Caverta 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. There is limited information available on the use of Caverta 50 Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Caverta 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class

Benzenesulfonamide Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Sex stimulants rejuvenators

Action Class

Phosphodiesterase-V inhibitors