Forzest 20mg

Forzest 20mg tablet is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) in men. It contains tadalafil as its active ingredient. This medication works by increasing blood flow to the male genital organ, the penis, and, along with sexual stimulation, helps to achieve the desired erection. Take this medicine according to your doctor’s advised dose and duration. You can take this medicine with or without food.

The most common side effects of this medicine include flushing, headache, blurred vision, muscle pain, upset stomach, nausea, back pain, and respiratory tract infections. Consult your doctor if the side effects are troublesome or persist.

Forzest 20mg tablet can be dangerous to take alongside medicines known as nitrates (often prescribed for chest pain). Do not take this medicine if you have severe heart or liver problems, if you have recently had a stroke or heart attack, or if you suffer from low blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you have any of these or other health issues before taking it.

Uses of Forzest Tablet

• Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
• Treatment of Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)

Benefits of Forzest Tablet

In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction

Forzest 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis. This allows blood to flow into the penis and produce an erection when sexually aroused. This medicine will only help get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. It is very effective but needs to be taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity.

Do not take Forzest medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).

In Treatment of Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)

Pulmonary arterial hypertension can cause shortness of breath, tiredness, dizziness, chest pain and swelling in your ankles and legs. It is caused by thickening of walls of the arteries that supply your lungs making it hard for blood to get through. Forzest 20 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels and can help lower the blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs. You will be able to carry out your daily activities more easily and feel less tired or dizzy. Take it regularly, as prescribed even if you think it is not working or if you feel better.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to tadalafil or any other ingredient present in Forzest tablet.
• If you are taking medicine known to cause vasodilator effects, such as amyl nitrate or nitrates.
• If you are taking riociguat medicine used to treat arterial blood pressure.
• If you have a known history of any heart problem, such as heart failure.
• If you had a stroke in the past 6 months, a heart attack in the last 90 days, or breathlessness or chest pain during sexual activity.
• If you have a known history of liver disorders, low blood pressure, stroke or heart blockage.
• If you have a known history of eye problems like retinitis pigmentosa (a genetic disorder that may cause loss of vision).
• If you are unsure whether you are taking this medicine, please carry the medicine packet with you to the clinic.

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Side effects of Forzest Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Forzest

• Back pain
• Nausea
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Muscle pain
• Upset stomach
• Respiratory tract infection

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How to use Forzest Tablet

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

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How Forzest Tablet works

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.

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Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

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

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Forzest 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.
Forzest 20 Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Driving

UNSAFE

Forzest 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Forzest 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Forzest 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Forzest 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Forzest 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Forzest 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are a known patient with a history of heart problems.
• You have any physical deformites of the genital organ penis.
• You experience sudden vision loss or hearing loss.
• Your erection lasts for more than 4 hours after taking the medicine.
• This medication is not recommended for use in women.
• You have kidney or liver problems
• Forzest tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

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Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Forzest medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss a dose of this medicine and take the missed dose as soon as possible. Do not take two doses of Forzest medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Forzest tablet work, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
• Concomitant administration of Forzest tablet along with medicines containing nitrates leads to severe hypotensive effects (low blood pressure).
• In particular, if you are taking medicines to treat heart failure, anti-HIV medicine, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.

Storage and disposal

• Store Forzest 20mg tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
• Keep Forzest medicine away from children and pets.
• Dispose of any unused or expired medicine properly. Do not flush the medicine.

FAQs

Can the use of Forzest 20 Tablet affect fertility?

No, using Forzest 20 Tablet does not affect fertility. It works by relaxing the muscles of penile blood vessels and has no effect on fertility.

Do I need to avoid alcohol while taking Forzest 20 Tablet?

Alcohol in small amounts may not cause any discomfort to you. However, drinking too much alcohol (5 units or greater) can increase your chances of getting a headache or feeling dizzy, increased heart rate or low blood pressure.

Does Forzest 20 Tablet delay ejaculation?

No, Forzest 20 Tablet is not known to affect ejaculation. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

What are the symptoms that should prompt me to discontinue Forzest 20 Tablet?

You should immediately consult your doctor if you experience sudden vision loss in one or both eyes, sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in ears and dizziness. Also, contact your doctor if you experience prolonged erections greater than 4 hours and painful erections greater than 6 hours in duration.