4 Shots Tablet
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Product introduction
4 Shots Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis. This helps men to get or maintain an erection. It belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors.
4 Shots Tablet is used in the treatment of mild to moderate inability to get erection of the penis (erectile dysfunction)
4 Shots Tablet is used in the treatment of mild to moderate inability to get erection of the penis (erectile dysfunction)
Uses of 4 Shots Tablet
Benefits of 4 Shots Tablet
In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
4 Shots Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis. This allows 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 but needs to be taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity.
Do not take this medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).
Do not take this medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).
Side effects of 4 Shots 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 4 Shots
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Headache
- Blurred vision
- Indigestion
- Muscle pain
- Upset stomach
- Rash
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
- Dizziness
- Nausea
How to use 4 Shots 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. 4 Shots Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How 4 Shots Tablet works
4 Shots Tablet is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis, thereby increasing blood flow into the penis on sexual stimulation. This helps you achieve and maintain a hard, erect penis suitable for sexual activity.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with 4 Shots Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of 4 Shots Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of 4 Shots Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Use of 4 Shots Tablet is not indicated in women.
Use of 4 Shots Tablet is not indicated in women.
Driving
UNSAFE
4 Shots Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
4 Shots Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of 4 Shots Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. A lowering of dose may be considered if it is not well-tolerated.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. A lowering of dose may be considered if it is not well-tolerated.
Liver
CAUTION
4 Shots Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of 4 Shots Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of 4 Shots Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.
There is limited information available on the use of 4 Shots Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take 4 Shots Tablet?
If you miss a dose of 4 Shots 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 4 Shots Tablet for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
- 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.
- Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
- Do not use 4 Shots Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain).
- Do not take it if you have had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzenesulfonamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase-V inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does it take for 4 Shots Tablet to work?
The amount of time 4 Shots Tablet takes to work varies from person to person, but it normally takes between half an hour and one hour. However, 4 Shots Tablet may take longer to start working if you take it with a heavy meal. Its effect may last for about 3-4 hours.
Can I get 4 Shots Tablet without a prescription?
No, you need a doctor's prescription to get 4 Shots Tablet since it is a prescription medicine. Your doctor will prescribe it only if they judge that it would be beneficial for you.
Can I take 4 Shots Tablet as often as I want?
No, do not take 4 Shots Tablet for more than once a day. If you take more 4 Shots Tablet than the recommended dose then you may experience an increase in side effects and their severity. These side effects include flushing, headache, muscle pain, stomach upset, allergic reactions and vision changes such as blurred vision. Contact your doctor if 4 Shots Tablet does not help you to get an erection, or if your erection does not last long enough for you to complete sexual intercourse.
When should I take 4 Shots Tablet?
Take 4 Shots Tablet about 1 hour before you plan to have sex. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Inform your doctor if you feel the effect of 4 Shots Tablet is too strong or too weak.
Can I take 4 Shots Tablet for premature ejaculation?
No, 4 Shots Tablet is not known to have any beneficial effects in treating premature ejaculation. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
Why is the use of 4 Shots Tablet contraindicated with nitrates?
Use of 4 Shots Tablet is harmful for patients taking nitrates or blood pressure-lowering medicines as their combined use can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, which can also result in death. However, if these medicines are to be taken together then it is advised to keep a time gap of 24 hours between the intake of Penegra and blood pressure-lowering medicines.
Why does 4 Shots Tablet cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension)?
4 Shots Tablet has the property of relaxing the smooth muscle of the blood vessels and widening them which can cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension). So, when used with blood pressure lowering medicines or nitrates, it can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, which could be fatal. 4 Shots Tablet should not be taken if you are taking nitrates for chest pain or you have a history of heart attack or stroke in the past 6 months.
Can I take 4 Shots Tablet in my twenties?
Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then 4 Shots Tablet can be taken in your twenties.
Does 4 Shots Tablet increase blood pressure?
No, 4 Shots Tablet is not associated with an increase in blood pressure. However, it can cause a decrease in blood pressure especially if taken with other blood pressure-lowering medications. Please consult your doctor before taking 4 Shots Tablet with any other medicine.
Is 4 Shots Tablet safe to use in patients with diabetes?
Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then 4 Shots Tablet is safe to use in patients with diabetes.
Does 4 Shots Tablet affect fertility?
No, 4 Shots Tablet does not affect fertility, neither negatively nor positively.
Does 4 Shots Tablet affect sperm?
4 Shots Tablet does not affect sperm count or its health. It is a medicine that is used to treat erectile dysfunction.
Can I drink alcohol while on 4 Shots Tablet?
Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from 4 Shots Tablet, it is advised to not drink excessive amounts of alcohol before taking 4 Shots Tablet.
Can I take 4 Shots Tablet as often as I want?
No, do not take 4 Shots Tablet for more than once a day. If you take more 4 Shots Tablet than the recommended dose then you may experience an increase in side effects and their severity. These side effects include flushing, headache, muscle pain, stomach upset, allergic reactions and vision changes such as blurred vision. Contact your doctor if 4 Shots Tablet does not help you to get an erection, or if your erection does not last long enough for you to complete sexual intercourse.
When should I take 4 Shots Tablet?
Take 4 Shots Tablet about 1 hour before you plan to have sex. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Inform your doctor if you feel the effect of 4 Shots Tablet is too strong or too weak.
Can I drink alcohol while on 4 Shots Tablet?
Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from 4 Shots Tablet, it is advised to not drink excessive amounts of alcohol before taking 4 Shots Tablet.
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