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Agnaphil Tablet 100 mg (Sildenafil Citrate)

Agnaphil Tablet 100 mg (Sildenafil Citrate)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Sildenafil Citrate›140.45mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
대원제약(주)
Appearance
Hexagonal blue film-coated tablet
Packaging
4 tablets/PTP [2 tablets/PTP × 2]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201204971 · Notified 2012.05.23

Summary

Main use
Improvement of erectile dysfunction
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
For sildenafil, the recommended dose is 25 to 50 mg taken orally approximately 1 hour before sexual activity, and it may also be taken between 4 hours and 30 minutes prior to sexual activity if necessary. The dosage may be adjusted based on efficacy and tolerance.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
대원제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of erectile dysfunction

  • Erectile dysfunction
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This medication is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Patients can improve erectile function through this medication, thereby enhancing the quality of their sexual life. The medication can be taken in various forms including tablets, oral dissolving films, oral soluble films, oral dissolving tablets, chewable tablets, and powders, allowing for convenient administration. Dosage and administration should follow a doctor's instructions, and if any side effects or abnormal reactions occur, immediate consultation is recommended. This medication effectively treats erectile dysfunction.

How to take

Adult dose

For sildenafil, the recommended dose is 25 to 50 mg taken orally approximately 1 hour before sexual activity, and it may also be taken between 4 hours and 30 minutes prior to sexual activity if necessary. The dosage may be adjusted based on efficacy and tolerance.

Precautions

This medication can cause blood vessel dilation and may lower blood pressure, hence co-administration with nitrates or nitric oxide donors can lead to a significant drop in blood pressure. Patients with cardiovascular disease must check their heart condition before taking this medication, and sexual activities that could strain the heart are not recommended. Patients with very low or high blood pressure, recent serious heart issues, or certain eye diseases should not take this medication. Rarely, prolonged erections lasting more than 4 hours may occur; if this happens, medical attention must be sought immediately. Some medications can significantly increase the blood concentration of this drug, so if you are taking other medications, consult your doctor or pharmacist. This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame; therefore, patients with phenylketonuria should not take it. Elderly patients or those with reduced liver or kidney function should start with a reduced dosage for safety. Side effects such as dizziness, headaches, flushing, visual disturbances, etc., may occur; caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. This medication is not to be used by women or children under 18. Overdose may result in serious side effects, so it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage; keep out of reach of children.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues with coughing and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme drowsiness, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual abnormalities, paralysis, urinary issues

Mild side effects

  • Headache
  • flushing
  • dyspepsia
  • nasal congestion
  • urinary tract infection
  • diarrhea
  • dizziness
  • rash
  • visual disturbances
  • drowsiness
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  • eye pain
  • glare
  • photophobia
  • color vision disturbance
  • conjunctival injection
  • eye sensory disturbance
  • eyelid edema
  • tachycardia
  • palpitations
  • hypotension
  • nosebleed
  • throat tightness
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dry mouth
  • myalgia
  • limb pain
  • feeling hot
  • irritability
  • increased heart rate
  • anxiety
  • hematuria
  • facial flushing
  • infection
  • weakness
  • pain
  • chills
  • chest pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, thus it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees to ensure the medication's efficacy.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Hexagonal blue film-coated tablet

Package unit

4 tablets/PTP [2 tablets/PTP × 2]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.