Kamagra Tablets & Oral Jelly: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, FAQ
Kamagra is a common brand of generic sildenafil a medication used to treat erectile dysfunction. It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection. At least two-thirds of men have improved erections after taking it.
Kamagra is also sometimes used to treat pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the blood vessels that supply the lungs). This medicine is available on prescription in most countries and can also be bought from most pharmacies. It comes as tablets that you swallow, chewable tablets, and as a liquid that you drink.
Kamagra is in a class of medications called phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitors. Kamagra treats erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. This increased blood flow can cause an erection. Kamagra treats PAH by relaxing the blood vessels in the lungs to allow blood to flow easily.
If you are taking Kamagra to treat erectile dysfunction, you should know that it does not cure erectile dysfunction or increase sexual desire. Kamagra does not prevent pregnancy or the spread of sexually transmitted diseases such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Kamagra comes as tablets and oral jelly
Kamagra 100mg Tablet: Each tablet contains sildenafil citrate 100mg as active ingredient
Kamagra 50mg Tablet: Each tablet contains sildenafil citrate 50mg as active ingredient
Kamagra Oral Jelly: Each 5g sachet contains sildenafil citrate 100mg as active ingredient
Warnings
Do not take Kamagra if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems, including nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, and some recreational drugs such as “poppers”. Taking Kamagra with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.
Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with Kamagra. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, especially riociguat (Adempas). Do not take Kamagra with riociguat.
Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if your erection is painful or lasts longer than 4 hours. A prolonged erection (priapism) can damage the penis.
Stop using Kamagra and get emergency medical help if you have sudden vision loss.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Kamagra if you are allergic to it, or:
• if you take other medicines to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, such as riociguat (Adempas).
Do not take this medicine if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems. This includes nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, and isosorbide mononitrate. Nitrates are also found in some recreational drugs such as amyl nitrate or nitrite (“poppers”). Taking Kamagra with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.
To make sure Kamagra is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
• heart problems (chest pain, a heart rhythm disorder, heart attack);
• high or low blood pressure;
• blood circulation problems;
• retinitis pigmentosa (an inherited condition of the eye);
• blindness in one or both eyes;
• bleeding problems;
• a stomach ulcer;
• pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD);
• liver or kidney disease;
• a blood cell disorder such as sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, or leukemia;
• a physical deformity of the penis (such as Peyronie’s disease); or
• if you have been told you should not have sexual intercourse for health reasons.
Kamagra can decrease blood flow to the optic nerve of the eye, causing sudden vision loss. This has occurred in a small number of people taking Kamagra, most of whom also had heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or certain pre-existing eye problems, and in those who smoked or were over 50 years old. It is not clear whether this medicine is the actual cause of vision loss.
This medicine is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Women with pulmonary arterial hypertension should not stop taking Kamagra without talking to their doctor.
It is not known whether Kamagra passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby. Women with pulmonary arterial hypertension should not stop taking Kamagra without talking to their doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone under 18 years old without medical advice.
How Kamagra is used
How long before sex should I use Kamagra?
Kamagra can be used as early as 4 hours before sex and as late as 30 minutes before sex. However, it is recommended to use this drug within an hour before sex.
How often should I take Kamagra?
Kamagra should not be taken for ED more than once in a 24-hour period. But if you have certain medical conditions or are taking other drugs, your doctor may recommend that you take this drug less often than once a day.
Should I take Kamagra with food?
Kamagra can be taken with food or without food. It is important to note that certain foods, particularly foods high in fat, can cause the drug to work more slowly than normal.
What happens if I miss a dose of Kamagra?
Since Kamagra is used as needed, you are not likely to miss a dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
What to avoid
Drinking alcohol with sildenafil can cause side effects. Grapefruit may interact with Kamagra and lead to unwanted side effects. Avoid the use of grapefruit products. Avoid using any other medicines to treat impotence, such as alprostadil or yohimbine, without first talking to your doctor.
Kamagra side effects
Kamagra oral tablet doesn’t cause drowsiness, but it can cause other side effects, including:
• nosebleeds
• headaches
• upset stomach
• flushing (reddening and warming of the face)
• trouble sleeping
• fever
• an erection that lasts longer than normal
• respiratory infection
• nausea
• vomiting
• bronchitis
• sore throat
• runny nose
If these effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they’re more severe or don’t go away, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Serious side effects
Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects. Call 911 if your symptoms feel life-threatening or if you think you’re having a medical emergency. Serious side effects and their symptoms can include the following:
• Low blood pressure. Symptoms can include:
o blurry vision
o confusion
o dizziness
o fainting
o lightheadedness
o nausea or vomiting
o sleepiness
o weakness
• Increased shortness of breath or trouble breathing
• Priapism (an erection that lasts more than 4 hours)
• Vision problems. Symptoms can include:
o sudden vision loss in one or both eyes
• Hearing problems. Symptoms can include:
o sudden hearing loss
o tinnitus (ringing in your ears)
o dizziness
• Heart problems, such as heart attack, stroke, or irregular heart rate. Symptoms can include:
o chest pain
o shortness of breath
o dizziness
o trouble speaking
o confusion
o nausea or vomiting
o feeling lightheaded
Important warnings
• Priapism warning: This drug can cause priapism, which is an erection that won’t go away. If you have an erection that lasts more than 4 hours, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If it’s not treated right away, this condition can cause permanent damage to your penis.
• Sudden vision loss warning: This drug can cause sudden vision loss in one or both eyes. This can be a sign of a serious eye problem. If this occurs, stop taking Kamagra and call your doctor right away.
• Sudden hearing loss warning: This drug can cause hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in your ears), or dizziness. If you have sudden hearing loss with or without tinnitus or dizziness, stop taking Kamagra and call your doctor right away.
• Use in children warning: Children generally should not take Kamagra; however, there are instances where the drug is considered the best treatment option. Talk with your child’s doctor to better understand the benefits and risks associated with this treatment option.
Kamagra may interact with other medications
Kamagra oral tablet and jelly can interact with other medications, vitamins, or herbs you may be taking. An interaction is when a substance changes the way a drug works. This can be harmful or prevent the drug from working well.
To help avoid interactions, your doctor should manage all of your medications carefully. Be sure to tell your doctor about all medications, vitamins, or herbs you’re taking. To find out how this drug might interact with something else you’re taking, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Examples of drugs that can cause interactions with Kamagra are listed below.
Drugs you should not use with Kamagra
Do not take these drugs with Kamagra. Doing so can cause dangerous effects on the body. Examples of these drugs include:
• Nitrates, such as isosorbide mononitrate, isosorbide dinitrate, or nitroglycerin.
o Taking these drugs with Kamagra can cause your blood pressure to drop suddenly to an unsafe level.
• Guanylate cyclase stimulators, such as riociguat.
o Taking these drugs with Kamagra can cause your blood pressure to drop suddenly to an unsafe level.
Interactions that increase your risk for side effects
Side effects from Kamagra: Taking Kamagra with certain medications raises your risk for side effects from Kamagra. This is because the amount of Kamagra in your body is increased. Examples of these drugs include:
• HIV drugs, such as ritonavir, indinavir, saquinavir, or atazanavir.
o Increased side effects can include low blood pressure, dizziness, or vision problems. They can also include erections that last longer than normal.
• Certain antibiotics, such as clarithromycin or erythromycin.
o Increased side effects can include low blood pressure, dizziness, or vision problems. They can also include erections that last longer than normal.
• Certain antifungals, such as ketoconazole or itraconazole.
o Increased side effects can include low blood pressure, dizziness, or vision problems. They can also include erections that last longer than normal.
Side effects from other drugs: Taking Kamagra with certain medications raises your risk for side effects from these drugs. Examples of these drugs include:
• Alpha-blockers, such as terazosin, tamsulosin, doxazosin, alfuzosin, or silodosin.
o Increased side effects can include a drop in blood pressure or fainting.
• Blood pressure drugs, such as amlodipine.
o Increased side effects can include blood pressure that’s too low.
• Other drugs for erectile dysfunction, such as avanafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil.
o Increased side effects can include low blood pressure or erections that last longer than normal
Kamagra warnings
This drug comes with several warnings.
Allergy warning
Kamagra can cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms can include:
• trouble breathing
• swelling of your throat or tongue
If you develop these symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Don’t take this drug again if you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to it. Taking it again could be fatal (cause death).
Alcohol interaction warning
The use of drinks that contain alcohol raises your risk for low blood pressure from Kamagra. If you drink alcohol, talk with your doctor. You may need to have your blood pressure monitored while you take this drug.
Warnings for people with certain health conditions
For people with heart problems: This drug can lower your blood pressure. If you’ve had certain heart problems in the last 6 months, ask your doctor whether this drug is safe for you. These problems include a heart attack, stroke, or life-threatening heart rhythm problem. Also talk with your doctor if you have a low or high resting blood pressure, or a history of heart failure or coronary artery disease.
For people with pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD): Taking this drug may worsen your heart function. You should not take this drug.
For people with eye problems: This drug may cause sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes. This may be a sign of non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION). If you’ve already had NAION or have crowded optic disc, you may have a higher risk for NAION and vision changes with this drug.
For people with problems with the shape of their penis: If you have a problem with the shape of your penis, such as Peyronie’s disease, this drug raises your risk for having an erection that lasts more than 4 hours.
For people with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding: This drug raises your risk for stomach bleeding, ulcers, or small holes in the lining of your digestive system. These events can be fatal (cause death). They can happen at any time, with or without symptoms.
For people with sickle cell anemia: This drug may cause a common painful complication of sickle cell anemia called vaso-occlusive crisis. If you have sickle cell anemia, ask your doctor whether this drug is safe for you.
Frequently Asked Question About Kamagra
Is Kamagra stronger than Viagra?
No, Kamagra is not stronger than Viagra at an equivalent dose because they both contain the same active ingredient. However, Viagra is produced by Pfizer and in terms of quality Viagra is far more superior to Kamagra because of the potential risk of adulteration and contaminants
How long does it take for Kamagra jelly to kick in?
Generally, it takes Kamagra 100 mg tablets 30 to 60 minutes to work for erectile dysfunction. You can take it up to 4 hours before you want to have sex. Taking Kamagra alone will not cause an erection. You need to be aroused for it to work.
How long does Kamagra take to peak?
When a person takes it orally, the body rapidly absorbs Kamagra. The concentration of Kamagra in the blood peaks around 30–120 minutes after taking the drug — usually around the 60-minute mark. It is possible to start feeling the effects of Kamagra at any time during this window.
How should I take Kamagra for best results?
Kamagra should be taken orally 30 minutes to four hours before sexual activity but is most effective if taken one hour beforehand. After you’ve taken Kamagra for the first time and have a better understanding of how it works, it will be easier to use on a more regular basis.
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