Veekend 20 Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection. In PAH, it relaxes or widens the blood vessels inside the lungs, which reduces blood pressure in the lungs.

Veekend 20 Tablet is used in the treatment of mild to moderate inability to get erection of the penis (erectile dysfunction)

Uses of Veekend Tablet

Benefits of Veekend Tablet

In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction

Veekend 20 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).

In Treatment of Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)

Pulmonary arterial hypertension can cause shortness of breath, tiredness, dizziness, chest pain and swelling in your ankles and legs. It is caused by thickening of walls of the arteries that supply your lungs making it hard for blood to get through. Veekend 20 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels and can help lower the blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs. You will be able to carry out your daily activities more easily and feel less tired or dizzy. Take it regularly, as prescribed even if you think it is not working or if you feel better.

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Side effects of Veekend 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 Veekend

Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Headache
Blurred vision
Muscle pain
Upset stomach
Back pain
Nausea
Respiratory tract infection

How to use Veekend 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. Veekend 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Veekend Tablet works

Veekend 20 Tablet is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works in erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels. Veekend 20 Tablet also relaxes or widens the blood vessels inside the lungs. When the blood vessels relax and widen, it’s easier for the heart to pump blood through the lungs, which reduces blood pressure in the lungs.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Veekend 20 Tablet.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Veekend 20 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Veekend 20 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Veekend 20 Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

Driving

UNSAFE

Veekend 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Veekend 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Veekend 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Veekend 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Veekend 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Veekend 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Veekend Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Veekend 20 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

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.
Do not use Veekend 20 Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain).
It may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid drinking alcohol as it can reduce your ability to get an erection and can make dizziness worse.
Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
Do not use Veekend 20 Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain), 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

Carboline Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS

Action Class

Phosphodiesterase-V inhibitors

Patient concerns

Erectile Dysfunction and premature ejaculation

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

Stop smoking and alcohol. Get checked for diabetes, hypertension, thyroid, heart and kidney disease by ur physician. Take tablet dejac t 1 hr befr sex.

Having high Pulmonary Atrial Hypertension

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

What medicines r u on

Early ejaculation, erectile dysfunction Erectile dysfunction and early ejaculation

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3. tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects

FAQs

Q. Can the use of Veekend 20 Tablet affect fertility?

No, using Veekend 20 Tablet does not affect fertility. It works by relaxing the muscles of penile blood vessels and has no effect on fertility.

Q. Do I need to avoid alcohol while taking Veekend 20 Tablet?

Alcohol in small amounts may not cause any discomfort to you. However, drinking too much alcohol (5 units or greater) can increase your chances of getting a headache or feeling dizzy, increased heart rate or low blood pressure.

Q. Does Veekend 20 Tablet delay ejaculation?

No, Veekend 20 Tablet is not known to affect ejaculation. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Q. What are the symptoms that should prompt me to discontinue Veekend 20 Tablet?

You should immediately consult your doctor if you experience sudden vision loss in one or both eyes, sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in ears and dizziness. Also, contact your doctor if you experience prolonged erections greater than 4 hours and painful erections greater than 6 hours in duration.

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