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Getup 50mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction
Getup 50mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure in the blood vessels that supply the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension). It relieves breathlessness and improves exercise capacity in men and women. This slows down the progression of your illness.
Getup 50mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. It may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal, but it should be taken at a fixed time each day. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may lead to the worsening of your condition.
The most common side effects of this medicine are flushing (sense of warmth), headache, nosebleeds, blurred vision, indigestion, difficulty in sleeping, and rash. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.
This medicine can be dangerous to take along with medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain). Do not take this medicine if you have severe heart or liver problems, if you have recently had a stroke or heart attack or if you have low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you suffer from these or any other health problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it increases the chances of side effects.
Getup 50mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. It may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal, but it should be taken at a fixed time each day. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may lead to the worsening of your condition.
The most common side effects of this medicine are flushing (sense of warmth), headache, nosebleeds, blurred vision, indigestion, difficulty in sleeping, and rash. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.
This medicine can be dangerous to take along with medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain). Do not take this medicine if you have severe heart or liver problems, if you have recently had a stroke or heart attack or if you have low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you suffer from these or any other health problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it increases the chances of side effects.
Uses of Getup Tablet
Benefits of Getup Tablet
In 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 the thickening of walls of the arteries that supply your lungs making it hard for blood to get through. Getup 50mg 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.
Side effects of Getup 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 Getup
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Headache
How to use Getup 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. Getup 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Getup Tablet works
Getup 50mg Tablet is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your lungs thereby reducing the high blood pressure in the lungs. This allows your heart to work less to pump blood in your lungs.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Getup 50mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Getup 50mg 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.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Getup 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Getup 50mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Getup 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Getup 50mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. A lowering of dose may be considered if it is not well-tolerated.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. A lowering of dose may be considered if it is not well-tolerated.
Liver
CAUTION
Getup 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Getup 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Getup 50mg Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.
There is limited information available on the use of Getup 50mg Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick Tips
- Getup 50mg Tablet is used to treat high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs (the pulmonary arteries).
- It can help improve your quality of life and exercise ability.
- Getup 50mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not use other medicines (nitrates or nitroglycerin) when taking Getup 50mg Tablet as it could drop your blood pressure to a dangerous level.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Getup 50mg Tablet as that may increase the blood pressure-lowering effects of Getup 50mg Tablet.
- Stop taking Getup 50mg Tablet and immediately inform your doctor if you notice loss of vision in one or both eyes or sudden loss of hearing with ringing sensation in your ear.
- If you have an erection, which lasts continuously for more than 4 hours, stop taking Getup 50mg Tablet and contact your doctor immediately.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to worsening of your symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzenesulfonamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
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Patient Concerns
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FAQs
Q. Can I get Getup 50mg Tablet without a prescription?
No, you need a doctor's prescription to get Getup 50mg Tablet since it is a prescription medicine. Your doctor will prescribe it only if they judge that it would be beneficial for you.
Q. Can I take Getup 50mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Yes, Getup 50mg Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. No interactions between the 2 medicines or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.
Q. Can I take Getup 50mg Tablet for the rest of my life?
Getup 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine and should only be taken for the duration that is advised by your doctor.
Q. Why is the use of Getup 50mg Tablet contraindicated with nitrates?
Use of Getup 50mg Tablet is harmful for patients taking nitrates or blood pressure-lowering medicines as their combined use can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, which can also result in death. However, if these medicines are to be taken together then it is advised to keep a time gap of 24 hours between the intake of Penegra and blood pressure-lowering medicines.
Q. Why does Getup 50mg Tablet cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension)?
Getup 50mg Tablet has the property of relaxing the smooth muscle of the blood vessels and widening them which can cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension). So, when used with blood pressure lowering medicines or nitrates, it can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, which could be fatal. Getup 50mg Tablet should not be taken if you are taking nitrates for chest pain or you have a history of heart attack or stroke in the past 6 months.
Q. Is Getup 50mg Tablet safe to use in patients with diabetes?
Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then Getup 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with diabetes.
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