Clinical data
Cardiac studies. The use of Vega Extra Cobra 120 in doses up to 100 mg did not lead to clinically significant ECG changes in healthy volunteers. The maximum decrease in systolic pressure in the supine position after taking Vega Extra Cobra 120 at a dose of 100 mg was 8.3 mm Hg.art., and diastolic pressure — 5.3 mm Hg.a More pronounced, but also transient effect on blood PRESSURE was observed in patients taking nitrates (see "Contraindications" and "Interaction").
In a study of the hemodynamic effect of Vega Extra Strong 120 in a single dose of 100 mg in 14 patients with severe coronary artery disease (more than 70% of patients had stenosis of at least one coronary artery), systolic and diastolic resting pressure decreased by 7 and 6%, respectively, and pulmonary systolic pressure decreased by 9%. Vega Extra Cobra 120 did not affect cardiac output and did not interfere with blood flow in stenotic coronary arteries, and also led to an increase (by about 13%) of adenosine-induced coronary flow in both stenotic and intact coronary arteries. In a double-blind placebo-controlled study of 144 patients with erectile dysfunction and stable angina, taking antianginal drugs (except nitrates), exercise was performed until the severity of symptoms of angina increased. The duration of the exercise was significantly longer (19.9 seconds; 0.9–38.9 seconds) in patients taking Vega Extra Cobra 120 in a single dose of 100 mg, compared with patients receiving placebo.
In a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study, the effect of changing the dose of Vega Extra Cobra 120 (up to 100 mg) in men (n=568) with erectile dysfunction and hypertension, taking more than two antihypertensive drugs, was studied. Cobra 120 Vega Extra improved erection in 71% of men compared to 18% in the placebo group. The frequency of adverse effects was comparable to that in other groups of patients, as well as in those taking more than three antihypertensive drugs.
Studies of visual impairment. In some patients, 1 h after taking Vega Extra Cobra 120 at a dose of 100 mg with the Farnsworth-Mansell test 100 revealed a slight and transient violation of the ability to distinguish shades of color (blue/green). After 2 hours after taking the drug, these changes were absent. It is believed that color vision impairment is caused by inhibition of PDE-6, which is involved in the process of color transmission in the retina. Cobra Vega had no effect on visual acuity, contrast perception, electroretinogram, IOP or pupil diameter.
Vega Extra Cobra 120 is a potent selective inhibitor of cGMP-specific PDE-5.
Mechanism of action
The implementation of the physiological mechanism of erection is associated with the release of nitric oxide (NO) in the cavernous body during sexual stimulation. This, in turn, leads to an increase in the level of cGMP, the subsequent relaxation of smooth muscle tissue of the cavernous body and an increase in blood flow.
Vega Extra Cobra 120 does not have a direct relaxing effect on the isolated cavernous human body, but enhances the effect of nitric oxide by inhibiting PDE-5, which is responsible for the disintegration of cGMP.
Selective Cobra Vega Extra against PDE5 in vitro, its activity against PDE5 superior activity against other known PDE isoenzymes: PDE-6 — 10 times; PDE-1 more than 80 times; PDE-2, PDE-4, PDE-7 PDE–11 more than 700 times. Extra Vega is 4000 times more selective for PDE-5 than PDE-3, which is crucial because PDE-3 is one of the key enzymes in the regulation of myocardial contractility.
A prerequisite for the effectiveness of Vega Extra Cobra 120 is sexual stimulation.
Vega Extra Cobra 120 restores impaired erectile function in conditions of sexual stimulation by increasing blood flow to the cavernous bodies of the penis.
Side effect
The most common side effects were headache and tides.
Usually the side effects of Vegah Extra 120 Indication are mild or moderate and are transient.
Studies using a fixed dose have shown that the frequency of some adverse events increases with increasing dose.
The frequency of adverse reactions is presented in the following classification: very often — ≥10%; often — ≥1% and <10%; infrequently — ≥0.1% and <1%; rarely — ≥0.01% and <0.1%; very rarely — <0.01%; frequency unknown — cannot be determined based on available data.
Co side of the immune system: infrequently — hypersensitivity reactions (including skin rash), allergic reactions.
On the part of the organ of vision: often — blurred vision, blurred vision, cyanopsia; rarely, eye pain, photophobia, photopsia, chromatopsia, eye redness/injection of the sclera, changing the brightness of cvetovete, mydriasis, conjunctivitis, hemorrhage in the tissue of the eye, cataract, a disorder of the lacrimal apparatus; rarely — swelling of the eyelids and adjacent tissues, a feeling of dryness in the eyes, the presence of iridescent circles in the field of view around the light source, increased fatigue of the eyes, vision of objects in yellow (xanthopsia), vision of objects in red (erythropsia), conjunctival hyperemia, irritation of the mucous membrane of the eyes, unpleasant sensations in the eyes; the frequency is unknown — NPINZN, occlusion of retinal veins, visual field defect, diplopia*, temporary vision loss or decreased visual acuity, increased IHD, edema retina, retinal vascular disease, vitreous detachment/vitreal traction.
On the part of the organ of hearing: infrequent — a sudden decrease or loss of hearing, tinnitus, pain in the ears.
From the CCC: often — tides; infrequently — tachycardia, palpitations, decreased blood PRESSURE, increased heart rate, unstable angina, AV-blockade, myocardial infarction, cerebral thrombosis, cardiac arrest, heart failure, deviations in ECG readings, cardiomyopathy; rarely — atrial fibrillation, sudden cardiac death*, ventricular arrhythmia*.
The blood and lymphatic system: rarely — anemia, leukopenia.
On the part of metabolism and nutrition: infrequently — a feeling of thirst, swelling, gout, uncompensated diabetes, hyperglycemia, peripheral edema, hyperuricemia, hypoglycemia, hypernatremia.
From the respiratory system: often — nasal congestion; infrequent — nosebleeds, rhinitis, asthma, dyspnea, laryngitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, increased volume of sputum, increased cough; rarely — a feeling of tightness in the throat, dryness of the nasal mucosa, swelling of the nasal mucosa.
From the digestive tract: often — nausea, dyspepsia; uncommon — GERD, vomiting, pain in the abdomen, dryness of the mucous membrane of the mouth, glossitis, gingivitis, colitis, dysphagia, gastritis, gastroenteritis, esophagitis, stomatitis, rejection of liver function tests from normal, rectal bleeding; rarely, hypesthesia of the mucous membrane of the oral cavity.
On the part of the musculoskeletal system: often — back pain; infrequently — myalgia, pain in the limbs, arthritis, arthrosis, tendon rupture, tenosynovitis, bone pain, myasthenia gravis, synovitis.
From the genitourinary system: infrequently — cystitis, nicturia, breast enlargement, urinary incontinence, hematuria, ejaculation disorders, genital edema, anorgasmia, hematospermia, damage to the tissues of the penis; rarely — prolonged erection and/or priapism.
From the Central and peripheral nervous system: very often — headache; often — dizziness; infrequently — drowsiness, migraine, ataxia, hypertension, neuralgia, neuropathy, paresthesia, tremor, vertigo, symptoms of depression, insomnia, unusual dreams, increased reflexes, hypesthesia; rarely — convulsions*, repeated convulsions*, fainting.
On the part of the skin and subcutaneous tissues: infrequently — skin rash, urticaria, herpes simplex, itching, sweating, skin ulceration, contact dermatitis, exfoliative dermatitis; the frequency is unknown — Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis.
Other: infrequently — a feeling of heat, swelling of the face, photosensitivity reaction, shock, asthenia, fatigue, pain of various localization, chills, accidental falls, chest pain, accidental injuries; rarely — irritability.
Cardiovascular complications
During the post-marketing use of Vega Extra Cobra 120 for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, adverse events such as severe cardiovascular complications (including myocardial infarction, unstable angina, sudden cardiac death, ventricular arrhythmia, hemorrhagic stroke, transient ischemic attack, hypertension and hypotension) were reported, which had a temporary connection with the use of Vega Extra Cobra 120. Most of these patients, but not all of them, had risk factors for cardiovascular complications. Many of these adverse events were observed shortly after sexual activity, and some were observed after taking Vega Extra Cobra 120 without subsequent sexual activity. It is not possible to establish a direct link between the reported adverse events and those or other factors.
Hypotension
Vega Extra Cobra 120 has a systemic vasodilating effect, leading to a transient decrease in blood PRESSURE, which is not clinically significant and does not lead to any consequences in most patients. However, before prescribing Vega Extra Cobra 120, the doctor should carefully assess the risk of possible undesirable manifestations of vasodilating action in patients with relevant diseases, especially against the background of sexual activity. Increased susceptibility to vasodilators is observed in patients with obstruction of the output tract of the left ventricle (aortic stenosis, GOCMP), as well as with the rare syndrome of multiple systemic atrophy, manifested by a severe violation of the regulation of blood PRESSURE from the autonomic nervous system.
Since the combined use of Vega Extra Cobra 120 and α-blockers can lead to symptomatic hypotension in some sensitive patients, Sildenafil Vega Extra 130 should be used with caution in patients taking α-blockers (see "Interaction"). To minimize the risk of postural hypotension in patients taking α-blockers, the drug Vega Extra Cobra 120 should be started only after achieving stabilization of hemodynamic parameters in these patients. It should also consider reducing the initial dose of Sildenafil Vega Extra 130 (see. "Dosage and administration"). The doctor should inform patients about what actions should be taken in case of symptoms of postural hypotension.
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