A drug meant to treat impotence in men, Abhigra helps men to get an erection for sexual activity and keep it throughout that special time.
Using Abhigra will replenish your erectile capacity by raising your blood flow to the penis.
Common use
The main ingredient in Abhigra is Sildenafil — the same stuff you might have heard of that helps with blood flow. It works by helping the muscles in certain parts of the body relax, so blood can get where it needs to go. This happens when your body naturally releases a chemical called nitric oxide during sexual stimulation. In plain Cypriot Greek, it helps things work the way they should when the moment is right.
Abhigra is used for two main things: erectile dysfunction (that’s when a man has trouble getting or keeping an erection — what we call to provlima in Cyprus) and pulmonary arterial hypertension (a type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and heart).
Sometimes it may be used for other reasons too, but always under a doctor’s guidance.
Dosage and direction
You take it by mouth with a glass of water, roughly half an hour to an hour before sexual activity. Don’t take it more than once a day — no need to overdo it.
If you’ve just had a heavy meal, especially something fatty like a souvla or sheftalia, it might take a bit longer to kick in. Also, try to avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice while you’re taking it — they don’t mix well.
Precautions
Before you start, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to Sildenafil or anything else. If you’re a bit older — let’s say you’ve got a few chronia behind you — you might feel the side effects more, so take it easy.
Contraindications
You should not take Abhigra if you’re already using another medicine for impotence, or if you take nitrates — those are drugs for chest pain or heart problems. Mixing them can cause a serious drop in blood pressure.
This medicine is not for women or children, and if you’re allergic to any of the ingredients, give it a miss.
Possible side effect
The most common things people notice are headaches, flushing (red face like you’ve been out in the Cypriot sun), heartburn, an upset stomach, a stuffy nose, feeling a bit lightheaded, dizzy, or sometimes diarrhoea.
Serious allergic reactions are very rare, but if you get one — swelling, trouble breathing — get help straight away.
Most people who take it don’t have serious problems. If something doesn’t feel right and it’s not listed here, give your doctor or pharmacist a call.
Drug interaction
Do not take this with nitrates or with recreational drugs called “poppers” (the ones that have amyl or butyl nitrite). Also avoid it if you’re on alpha-blockers (medicines for prostate or blood pressure), other impotence treatments, or certain high blood pressure meds.
When in doubt, have a chat with your doctor or pharmacist — they know their stuff.
Missed dose
This is one of those “as needed” medicines, so you’re not on a daily schedule. If you forget to take it before the moment comes, just wait for another time — don’t try to catch up.
Overdose
If you think you’ve taken too much, don’t mess about — get emergency medical help right away. Signs of overdose can include chest pain, nausea, a funny heartbeat, or feeling like you’re about to faint.
Storage
Keep your medicine at room temperature — around 20–25°C — away from light and damp places. Don’t keep it in the bathroom (it’s too humid in there). Always keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Online Pharmacy Info
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