Cilentra 10 Tablet
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Product introduction
Cilentra 10 Tablet is widely prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
Cilentra 10 Tablet is used to treat depression and Anxiety.
Cilentra 10 Tablet is used to treat depression and Anxiety.
Uses of Cilentra Tablet
- Treatment of Depression
- Treatment of Anxiety disorder
- Treatment of Panic disorder
Benefits of Cilentra Tablet
In Treatment of Depression
Cilentra 10 Tablet works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Cilentra 10 Tablet helps relieve symptoms of many anxiety disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in your brain. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants and is normally taken once a day. It helps you feel calm with a better ability to deal with problems. Exercise and a healthy diet can also improve your mood. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.
In Treatment of Panic disorder
Cilentra 10 Tablet can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.
Side effects of Cilentra 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 Cilentra
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm) in women
- Decreased libido
- Delayed ejaculation
- Fatigue
- Increased sweating
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
How to use Cilentra 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. Cilentra 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cilentra Tablet works
Cilentra 10 Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cilentra 10 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cilentra 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cilentra 10 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cilentra 10 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cilentra 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cilentra 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Cilentra 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cilentra 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Take it in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- It has a lower chance of causing sexual dysfunction than other similar medications.
- The addiction or dependence potential of Cilentra 10 Tablet is very less.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
- Some people can develop dizziness or drowsiness after taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylbutylamine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Cilentra 10 Tablet
Once A Day
82%
Twice A Day
14%
Twice A Week
1%
Thrice A Day
1%
Thrice A week
1%
What are you using Cilentra Tablet for?
Depression
55%
Anxiety disor*
27%
Others
9%
Phobia
9%
*Anxiety disorder
How much was the improvement?
Average
72%
Poor
17%
Excellent
11%
What were the side-effects while using Cilentra 10 Tablet?
Insomnia (dif*
50%
Fatigue
25%
No Side Effec*
25%
*Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), No Side Effect
How do you take Cilentra Tablet?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Cilentra 10 Tablet on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Q. How long does it take for Cilentra 10 Tablet to work?
Usually, it will take about 2-4 weeks before you start feeling better, however, full benefits may take a little longer. Therefore, do not stop taking Cilentra 10 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Talk to your doctor if taking the medicine does not make you feel better or you feel worse even after taking the medicine.
Q. What are the most common side effects of Cilentra 10 Tablet?
The most common side effects of Cilentra 10 Tablet are headache and nausea. Other common side effects include blocked or runny nose, decreased or increased appetite, anxiety, restlessness, and abnormal dreams. You may also experience sleepiness or difficulty falling asleep, dizziness, yawning, tremors, diarrhea, or constipation. Other side effects of Cilentra 10 Tablet may be vomiting, dry mouth, increased sweating, fatigue, fever, increase in weight, and pain in muscles and joints. Using this medicine may even cause delayed ejaculation, problems with erection, decreased sexual drive and women may experience difficulty in achieving orgasm.
Q. What is Cilentra 10 Tablet used for?
Cilentra 10 Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety disorders such as social phobia, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Q. Is Cilentra 10 Tablet dangerous?
The use of Cilentra 10 Tablet in children, adolescents, and young adults may increase their risk of experiencing suicidal tendencies. You should always discuss the risks and benefits of taking Cilentra 10 Tablet with your doctor before taking it. Remember that children younger than 12 years of age should not be given Cilentra 10 Tablet.
Q. Is Cilentra 10 Tablet better taken at night or in the morning?
It is usually recommended to take Cilentra 10 Tablet once a day in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night. You can take it with or without food. You should prefer to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it.
Q. Can I stop taking Cilentra 10 Tablet on my own?
Cilentra 10 Tablet should not be stopped abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Though the withdrawal symptoms are usually mild and disappear within 2 weeks, it is not recommended to stop it without consulting your doctor. You should rather consult your doctor who will reduce the dose gradually.
Q. What are the withdrawal symptoms one may experience?
The withdrawal symptoms include dizziness, sleep disturbances like vivid dreams, nightmares and inability to sleep, anxiety, and headaches. You may also get burning sensations and electric shock sensations. Withdrawal symptoms may also include nausea, sweating including night sweats, restlessness or agitation, tremors, confusion, irritability, diarrhea, visual disturbances, and palpitations.
Q. What if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Cilentra 10 Tablet?
If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Cilentra 10 Tablet, seek immediate medical attention in a nearby hospital or call your doctor immediately. The symptoms of overdose dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, and vomiting. You may also experience changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and change in body fluid/salt balance.
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