Active Drug Information

The active drug in Filagra Super Active is sildenafil citrate, which is a scientifically proven drug that falls under the category of drugs called PDE5 (phosphodiesterase-5) inhibitors. Other drugs that fall under the same category include vardenafil, tadalafil, and avanafil. Although sildenafil was originally invented for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), it is predominantly suggested for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Sildenafil citrate treats ED by boosting blood supply to the male sexual organ during sexual arousal. Sildenafil present in Filagra Super Active is also available under the brand name Revatio for the treatment of PAH because it increases blood flow by relaxing the smooth muscles and dilating the blood vessels. Remember that sildenafil citrate does not cure erectile dysfunction or pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Mechanism of Action

Filagra Super Active is a selective PDE5 antagonist, meaning it temporarily nullifies the secretion of a PDE5 enzyme, allowing the body to prevent the degradation of a chemical known as cyclic Guanosine Monophosphate (cGMP). With this interaction, the body experiences a release of a powerful chemical called nitric oxide on sexual stimulation.

Nitric oxide relaxes and dilates the blood vessels in the penile organ, allowing more blood to flow across the erectile tissues for an erection on arousal. This is how Filagra Super Active acts in order to cause an erection. Keep in mind that this medicine will not cause a quick erection – you still need to be sexually aroused for Filagra Super Active to act.

Dosing Instructions

• Filagra Super Active works only in the presence of sexual stimulation, so you must take the medicine at least half an hour before intending to indulge in sexual activity.
• All you need to do is swallow a capsule with a glass of water; it will easily go through your throat.
• The drugs acts better if you take it on an empty stomach. It may take a bit longer to work or may not work if you take with a fatty meal.
• Avoid alcohol, grapefruits, illegal drugs, and fatty meals before taking this generic impotence medication.
• More importantly, take this medication once in any 24-hour period. Overdosing with this medicine could increase the risk of drug reactions.
• It is essential to follow every instruction advised by your doctor on how to take Filagra Super Active softgel capsules.

Storage and Disposal

• Keep this advanced generic Viagra version of a medicine out of the reach of children. Keep the medication in a safe and secure place.
• Store these softgel capsules in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat, sunlight or moisture. Do not freeze the capsules.
• Make sure you discard unused, unrequired, or outdated medicine carefully and make sure no one uses it.
• Do not flush Filagra Super Active capsules down the toilet. Instead, discard the outdated medicine with a “medicine take-back program” or check with your pharmacist for more details.

Precautions and Warnings

• Before using Filagra Super Active, inform your physician whether you are allergic to any drug, including sildenafil citrate.
• Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any other medical problems apart from erectile dysfunction, such as diseases related to heart, liver, kidney, or brain.
• Before taking this generic ED drug, inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional products.
• Before undergoing any surgery, tell your doctor that you have been using Filagra Super Active for your erectile dysfunction problem.
• In some men, sexual activity can cause strain on your heart. Check with your doctor if you have taken the medicine and experience chest pain during sex.
• Men taking alpha-blockers, nitrates, or protease inhibitors should avoid taking this advanced generic Viagra version of a medicine.

Drug Interactions

• Chest pain medications – nitrates, isosorbide mononitrate, isosorbide dinitrate, or nitroglycerin
• High blood pressure medications – amlodipine or alpha-blockers
• HIV drugs – protease inhibitors (ritonavir, saquinavir, atazanavir, or indinavir)
• Antibiotics – clarithromycin or erythromycin
• Antifungals – itraconazole or ketoconazole
• Other ED drugs – avanafil, vardenafil, or tadalafil

Contraindications

Men who have the below-mentioned conditions should avoid taking Filagra Super Active:

• sickle cell anemia/leukemia/cancer
• retinopathy
• high blood pressure
• heart disease
• Peyronie’s disease (penile deformity)
• sildenafil drug allergy

Common Side Effects

• Heartburn
• Headache
• Flushing
• Runny nose
• Backache