Meganite 5mg Tablet is a medication primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. It helps in improving blood flow to the penile region, thereby facilitating and sustaining an erection. It is also effective in treating symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Meganite 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dosage. The medicine will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. Take it about 30 minutes to one hour before you plan to have sex. Only take it if you need it and it has been prescribed to you by a doctor.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, flushing, indigestion, nasal congestion, muscle and back pain, and vision disturbances. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away on their own or bother you. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat the side effects.

Do not use Meganite 5mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of the components of this medicine. Consult a doctor before using if you have a history of heart problems, high or low blood pressure, liver or kidney issues, or if you are taking any other medications. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase certain side effects. Do not take Meganite 5mg Tablet with other erectile dysfunction medications without consulting your doctor. This medicine is not intended for use by women or individuals under the age of 18 years.

Uses of Meganite Tablet

Benefits of Meganite Tablet

In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction

Meganite 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis, allowing 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 for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and needs to be taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity. In addition to treating erectile dysfunction, it improves sexual performance and satisfaction. However, do not take this medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).

In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Meganite 5mg Tablet, which is commonly used for treating erectile dysfunction, is also beneficial in managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It helps by relaxing the smooth muscles in the bladder and prostate, which reduces urinary symptoms associated with BPH such as frequent urination, urgency, and difficulty starting urination. By improving blood flow to the prostate and bladder, tadalafil can ease the pressure on the urethra, facilitating better urinary flow. This alleviates the discomfort and inconvenience caused by BPH and enhances the quality of life for affected individuals.

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Side effects of Meganite 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 Meganite

Headache
Dizziness
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Indigestion
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Muscle pain
Back pain
Blurred vision

How to use Meganite 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. Meganite 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Meganite Tablet works

Tadalafil belongs to a class of medications called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penile region, which increases blood flow upon sexual stimulation, thus facilitating an erection. In cases of BPH, it relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Meganite 5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Meganite 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Meganite 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Meganite 5mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

Driving

SAFE

Meganite 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Meganite 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Meganite 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Meganite 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Meganite Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Meganite 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Meganite 5mg Tablet for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
It is best to take it an hour before sexual intercourse. But, you can take it anytime between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sexual activity.
Do not take it more than once a day.
It may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid drinking alcohol as it can reduce your ability to get an erection and can make dizziness worse.
Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
Do not use Meganite 5mg Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain), if you have had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.

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Chemical Class

Carboline Derivative

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Therapeutic Class

SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS

Action Class

Phosphodiesterase-V inhibitors

Patient concerns

Early ejaculation, erectile dysfunction Erectile dysfunction and early ejaculation

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3. tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects

Erectile dysfunction premature ejaculation Medication for Erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hello PATIENT to 1mg. Erectile problems can be happen to people at any age having issue like stress, fatigue, disturb relationship, anxiety, Ali a cohol, smoking and medical problems like High BP, Diabetes, obesity etc. My personal advice is lifestyle changes like exercising, losing weight, stopping smoking,curbing alcohol, don't wear tight pants, do pelvic kegal exercise. There are medications but they have side effects so i dont advice first. But i strongly recommend to start healthy life with some antioxidant vitamins and healthy diet. You may take vitamin like DHEA cap, L arginine and herbal ashwagandha capsule. Apply Himcolin gel. Concentrate on Yoga and meditation and also take help from your partner. Use these for couple of months if not improved do few blood tests like thyroid, sugar and testosterone and let me know.

erectile dysfunction, getting dysfunction from fee days.

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

hi. Treatment for erectile dysfunction: 1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3.tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects

Suffering from erectile dysfunction

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hello PATIENT to 1mg. Erectile problems can be happen to people at any age having issue like stress, fatigue, disturb relationship, anxiety, alcohol, smoking and medical problems like High BP, Diabetes, obesity etc. My personal advice is lifestyle changes like exercising, losing weight, stopping smoking,curbing alcohol, don't wear tight pants, do pelvic kegal exercise. There are medications but they have side effects so i dont advice first. But i strongly recommend to start healthy life with some antioxidant vitamins and healthy diet. You may take vitamin like DHEA cap, L arginine and herbal ashwagandha capsule. Apply Himcolin gel. Concentrate on Yoga and meditation and also take help from your partner. Use these for couple of months if not improved do few blood tests like thyroid, sugar and testosterone and let me know.

FAQs

Can the use of Meganite 5mg Tablet affect fertility?

No, using Meganite 5mg 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 Meganite 5mg 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.

What are the symptoms that should prompt me to discontinue Meganite 5mg 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.

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