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Priligy (dapoxetine)
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Product Details
Description
Priligy (dapoxetine) is used to treat premature ejaculation in adult men who are 18 to 64 years old.
Fact Table
Formula
C21H23NO
License
US FDA
Bioavailability
15–76%
Legal status
Rx-only
Chemical Name
Dapoxetine
Elimination half-life
1.5–1.6 h
Dosage (Strength)
30mg, 60mg
Pregnancy
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Brands
Priligy
Protein binding
More than 99%
PubChem CID
71353
MedlinePlus
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ChEBI
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ATC code
G04BX14
DrugBank
DB04884
KEGG
D03649
Routes of administration
Oral
Directions
Carefully read the information that comes with your Priligy prescription. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions or concerns.
Priligy comes in 30 mg and 60 mg oral tablets.
The recommended dose for Priligy is to take 30 mg by mouth with a full glass of water 1 to 3 hours before sexual activity. Your doctor may decide to increase your dose to 60 mg if necessary.
You can take Priligy with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole. Do not take Priligy more than one time every 24 hours.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Priligy is dapoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
The core of each Priligy tablet contains lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, colloidal anhydrous silica, and magnesium stearate.
The coating of each Priligy tablet contains lactose monohydrate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171), triacetin, Iron Oxide Black (E172), Iron Oxide Yellow (E172).
Contraindications
Avoid treatment with Priligy if:
- You have an allergy to dapoxetine or any of the other ingredients in Priligy
- You have heart problems
- You have ever fainted
- You have a history of mania or severe depression
- You have liver problems
- You are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), thioridazine for treatment of schizophrenia, antidepressants, lithium, linezolid, tryptophan, St John's wort, tramadol, or migraine medications. Ask your doctor if you are unsure whether you are taking any of these medications.
Cautions
- Before treatment with Priligy is initiated, the following should be discussed with your doctor:
- All the medications you take. These include all prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
- Your allergies
- Your medical history and current health problems, including any other sexual disorders, low blood pressure, mental health problems, epilepsy, bleeding or blood clotting disorders, or kidney problems. Also tell your doctor if you use recreational drugs or if you have or are at risk of glaucoma.
- Males who are younger than 18 years old or older than 65 years old should not take Priligy.
- Women should not take Priligy.
- Avoid drinking grapefruit juice at least 24 hours before taking Priligy. Drinking grapefruit juice with Priligy can increase the levels of the medication in your body.
- Consuming alcohol while taking Priligy can intensify dizziness, sleepiness, and slow reactions. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Priligy.
- Sleepiness, dizziness, fainting, trouble concentration, and blurred vision can occur while taking Priligy. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how the medication affects you.
- Priligy contains lactose. If you are lactose intolerant, talk to your doctor before taking Priligy.
Side Effects
Contact your doctor right away if you develop side effects that become bothersome or persistent. The most common side effects associated with Priligy treatment include dizziness, headache, feeling sick, mood changes, numb or tingling sensation, difficulty getting or keeping an erection, excessive sweating or flushing, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, bloating, sleep problems, strange dreams, tiredness, sleepiness, nasal congestion, high blood pressure, difficulty concentration, shaking or trembling, low desire to have sex, ringing in the ears, blurred vision, indigestion, and dry mouth.
Reference:
Priligy 30 mg film-coated tablets; Priligy 60 mg film-coated tablets. Dresden, Germany: Menarini; 2021.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 11971
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