Viraha 50 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Viraha 50 Tablet Information

Viraha 50 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction. Secondary and off-label uses of Viraha 50 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Viraha 50 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Viraha 50 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Viraha 50 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Viraha 50 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Not Used By Women and Not Used By Women while nursing. Warnings related to Viraha 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Viraha 50 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Viraha 50 Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease, Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Viraha 50 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Viraha 50 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Viraha 50 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Viraha Benefits & Uses
Viraha Dosage & How to Take
Viraha Side Effects
Viraha Related Warnings
Viraha Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Viraha
Viraha Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Viraha 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Viraha 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Erectile Dysfunction (Read More - Home Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction)

Other Benefits

Viraha 50 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Erectile Dysfunction Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be used as needed, 1 hour prior to sexual activity
Geriatric	Disease: Erectile Dysfunction Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be used as needed, 1 hour prior to sexual activity

Viraha 50 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Viraha 50 Tablet is used -

Severe

Hearing Loss
Heart related issues
Visual Disturbance
Tachycardia

Moderate

Urine leaking (incontinence)
Bone Pain
Angina Pectoris
Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Mild

Headache
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Flushing
Insomnia
Nasal congestion

Viraha 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Viraha 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
Is the use of Viraha 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
What is the effect of Viraha 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Viraha. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Viraha 50 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Viraha. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Viraha only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Viraha 50 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Viraha on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Viraha 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Viraha 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Alcoholism
Heart Disease
Drug Allergy
Sickle Cell Disease
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Frequently asked Questions about Viraha 50 Tablet

Is this Viraha 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Viraha 50 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Viraha 50 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Viraha 50 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Viraha 50 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Viraha 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Viraha 50 Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Viraha 50 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Viraha 50 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Viraha 50 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Viraha 50 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Viraha cause prostrate cancer?

Dr. , General Physician

No, Viraha does not cause cancer, Clinical trial was performed on in vivo (animal) model and there were no carcinogenic (cancerous) changes found in animals.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can diabetic patient take Viraha?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, a diabetic patient can take Viraha. Erectile dysfunction is commonly found in the diabetic patients. As per clinical studies, 40% to 70% of men with diabetes will experience some degree of erectile dysfunction during their lifetime. It has been reported that men with diabetes tend to develop erectile dysfunction much earlier than men without diabetes. Please consult your doctor before taking Viraha.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Viraha work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Viraha works by inhibiting the phosphodiesterase-5 enzyme in the corpus cavernosum, leading to smooth muscle relaxation (vasodilation). This smooth muscle relaxation leads to vasodilation and increases the flow of blood in the penis causing an erection.