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Intact 100mg Tablet


Product introduction

Intact 100mg 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.

Intact 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of mild to moderate inability to get erection of the penis (erectile dysfunction)

Benefits of Intact Tablet

In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction

Intact 100mg 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).

Side effects of Intact 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 Intact

  • 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 Intact 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. Intact 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Intact Tablet works

Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Intact 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Intact 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Intact 100mg Tablet is not indicated in women.
Driving
UNSAFE
Intact 100mg 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
Intact 100mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Intact 100mg 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.
Liver
CAUTION
Intact 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Intact 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Intact 100mg Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Intact Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg 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

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FAQs

How long does it take for Intact 100mg Tablet to work?

The amount of time Intact 100mg Tablet takes to work varies from person to person, but it normally takes between half an hour and one hour. However, Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet without a prescription?

No, you need a doctor's prescription to get Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet as often as I want?

No, do not take Intact 100mg Tablet for more than once a day. If you take more Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet?

Take Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet is too strong or too weak.

Can I take Intact 100mg Tablet for premature ejaculation?

No, Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet contraindicated with nitrates?

Use of Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension)?

Intact 100mg 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. Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet in my twenties?

Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then Intact 100mg Tablet can be taken in your twenties.

Does Intact 100mg Tablet increase blood pressure?

No, Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet with any other medicine.

Is Intact 100mg Tablet safe to use in patients with diabetes?

Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then Intact 100mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with diabetes.

Does Intact 100mg Tablet affect fertility?

No, Intact 100mg Tablet does not affect fertility, neither negatively nor positively.

Does Intact 100mg Tablet affect sperm?

Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet?

Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from Intact 100mg Tablet, it is advised to not drink excessive amounts of alcohol before taking Intact 100mg Tablet.

Can I take Intact 100mg Tablet as often as I want?

No, do not take Intact 100mg Tablet for more than once a day. If you take more Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet?

Take Intact 100mg 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 Intact 100mg Tablet is too strong or too weak.

Can I drink alcohol while on Intact 100mg Tablet?

Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from Intact 100mg Tablet, it is advised to not drink excessive amounts of alcohol before taking Intact 100mg Tablet.

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Address: 305,3rd Floor, Progressive House, Rohit Kunj, Pitampura,Delhi-110034 , India
Country of origin: India

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