Uphold: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Uphold Information

Uphold is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Uphold also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Uphold depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Uphold can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Uphold are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Uphold has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Uphold related warnings talks about Uphold's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Uphold is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Uphold are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Uphold have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

Uphold Benefits & Uses
Uphold Dosage & How to Take
Uphold Side Effects
Uphold Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Uphold with Other Drugs
Uphold Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Uphold
Uphold Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Uphold Benefits & Uses

Uphold is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Uphold 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	Disease: Erectile Dysfunction Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Tadalafil (20 mg), Dapoxetine (60 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Erectile Dysfunction Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Tadalafil (20 mg), Dapoxetine (60 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Uphold Related Warnings

Is the use of Uphold safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Uphold will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Uphold safe during breastfeeding?

Uphold may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Uphold on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Uphold on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Uphold on the Liver?

Uphold is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Uphold on the Heart?

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

Severe Interaction of Uphold with Other Drugs

Uphold should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Moclobemide

Severe

Isosorbide Dinitrate

Nitroglycerin

Ritonavir

Erythromycin

Cimetidine

Doxazosin

Thioridazine

Ketoconazole

Lithium

Tramadol

Ritonavir

Moderate

Ketoconazole

Verapamil

Fluconazole

Erythromycin

Uphold Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Heart Disease
Alcoholism
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Uphold

Is this Uphold habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Uphold.

Uphold Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Uphold

Some foods when eaten with Uphold can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Uphold

Taking alcohol with Uphold can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Uphold

Question over 5 years ago

Does Uphold influence sperm counts?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Uphold does not influence the sperm count. It also does not affect the ejaculation volume and viscosity.

Question over 5 years ago

Can diabetic patient take Uphold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, a diabetic patient can take Uphold. 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 Uphold.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Uphold cause prostrate cancer?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Uphold with antipsychotic medicine?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Uphold with antipsychotic medicine, erectile dysfunction is a common side effect associated with antipsychotics drug therapy. Please consult your doctor if you experience any medical complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Uphold if I am suffering from high blood pressure?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Uphold if you suffering from high blood pressure. Erectile dysfunction is often found in men with high blood pressure because of the hardening of the blood vessels in the penis region. Sometimes, erectile dysfunction also indicates that a person might have high blood pressure. Although Uphold causes small but clinically insignificant fall in blood pressure levels in men with both normal and high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing dizziness or fluctuations in blood pressure after taking this medicine do not hesitate to inform your doctor.