Modula 5 mg

Description Of Modula 5 mg

Modula 5 MG Tablet relaxes the smooth muscles present in the wall of blood vessels and helps in increasing the flow of blood in certain specific areas of the body. It is used for the treatment of erection disorders, prostate gland enlargement and Pulmonary Hypertension (high blood pressure of blood vessels connecting the lungs and the heart).

Modula 5 mg Chemical Name

• Tadalafil

Modula 5 mg Manufacturer

• Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd

Uses of Modula 5 mg

• Erectile Dysfuntion
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia

What is Modula 5 mg?

Modula 5 MG Tablet effectively helps in relaxing the muscles that are present in blood vessel walls, thus successfully increasing the flow of blood to certain areas in the body. The drug is thus used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence and benign prostatic hypertrophy, that is, enlarged prostate. Modula 5 MG Tablet also aids in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension as well as effectively increases the capacity to exercise in both men and women.

It is important to know that there are a few medicines which react with Modula 5 MG Tablet resulting in dangerous side effects. Thus, make sure that you inform your health practitioner about your medical history and provide him with a complete list of medicines that you are taking at present. Also inform him of any health problems that you have currently.

How Modula 5 mg working

Modula 5 mg 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. It works in pulmonary hypertension by relaxing the blood vessels in the lungs to allow blood to flow more easily.

How is Modula 5 mg used?

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. This Tablet is to be taken with food.

Modula 5 mg Indications

Take this Tablet as instructed by the doctor. Do not consume this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Follow the dosage regimen if this medicine is taken for treating Pulmonary Hypertension. Take this medicine at least 30-60 minutes before sexual activity if taken for erection disorders.

Modula 5 mg Dosage

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. It can be skipped if it almost time for the next scheduled dose. This applies to conditions like Pulmonary Hypertension where the dose regimen is fixed.

Overdose

Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. You might require immediate medical attention if the overdose is severe.

Contraindication Of Modula 5 mg

• Amlodipine
• Carbamazepine
• Ketoconazole
• Phenytoin
• Nitroglycerin
• Cimetidine

Adverse effects Of Modula 5 mg

• Headache
• flushing
• dyspepsia
• dizziness
• nasal congestion and
• blurring of vision.

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Modula 5 mg

Hypotension - Consumption of Modula 5 MG Tablet can cause a mild and short-lasting decrease in blood pressure. Caution should be exercised if you are taking any medication for lowering high blood pressure.

Other medicines - This medicine should be used with caution if you are taking medicines for hypertension, heart disease etc. Report the use of all medicines including herbs and supplements to the doctor.

Deformation of penis - This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a physical deformity of the penis which may be due to Angulation, Cavernosal Fibrosis or Peyronie disease. The risk of permanent loss of sexual potency is high in such cases.

Prolonged and painful erection - This medicine should be used with caution if you have had a painful erection lasting for more than 4 hours. This may be due to an underlying condition like Sickle cell anemia, Multiple Myeloma or Leukemia.

Loss of hearing - This medicine may cause a sudden decrease in hearing capabilities along with clinging sound in the ears and dizziness. Contact your doctor immediately if such symptoms are observed.

Loss of vision - This medicine may cause a sudden loss of vision in one or both the eyes. It may also cause an impairment in color differentiation capacity. It should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from this rare genetic disorder of the retina called Retinitis Pigmentosa.

Pregnancy - This medicine is not recommended for consumption by pregnant women unless clearly needed. Consult a doctor and discuss the benefits and risks before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding - The use of this medicine should be avoided by nursing mothers. Consult your doctor so that suitable substitute may be advised.

Storage Conditions for Modula 5 mg

You should store your Modula 5 mg tablets below 25°C in a cool dry place.