Femalegra 100mg Tablet

Q1: What is Femalegra 100mg?

Femalegra 100mg is Sildenafil Citrate 100mg formulated for women by Sunrise Remedies Pvt. Ltd. It is used to treat Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (FSAD) by increasing clitoral and vaginal blood flow during sexual stimulation, enhancing arousal physiology.

Q2: How does sildenafil work differently in women compared to men?

In men, sildenafil inhibits PDE-5 in penile vascular smooth muscle to enable erection. In women, it inhibits PDE-5 in clitoral and vaginal vascular smooth muscle, increasing blood flow to enhance clitoral engorgement, vaginal lubrication, and genital sensitivity during sexual stimulation.

Q3: Is Femalegra 100mg a standard approved treatment for women?

Sildenafil is approved for erectile dysfunction in men. In women, it is used off-label for FSAD under physician guidance. Clinical studies have demonstrated benefits in genital arousal response, but formal female indication approval varies by country. A physician evaluation and prescription are required.

Q4: How quickly does Femalegra 100mg work?

Onset is 30 to 60 minutes, equivalent to sildenafil's established absorption profile. Taking Femalegra on a light meal or empty stomach reduces food effects on absorption. Activity lasts approximately 4–5 hours with sexual stimulation.

Q5: Does Femalegra 100mg increase sexual desire?

Femalegra enhances the physical arousal response — genital blood flow, lubrication, and sensitivity — but does not directly increase sexual desire. Women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) may require additional treatment to address desire specifically.

Q6: What are the side effects of Femalegra 100mg in women?

The side effect profile is the same as sildenafil in men: headache, flushing, nasal congestion, and transient visual changes (blue-tinged vision, light sensitivity) are most common. These are generally mild and self-limiting within a few hours.

Q7: Can Femalegra 100mg be taken with hormonal medications or contraceptives?

Sildenafil does not interact significantly with hormonal contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy. However, all current medications — including any antihypertensives, antidepressants, or antifungals — must be disclosed, as some affect sildenafil metabolism via CYP3A4.

Q8: Who should not take Femalegra 100mg?

Women taking organic nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide) in any form must not use Femalegra as the combination causes severe hypotension. Those with severe cardiovascular disease, recent MI or stroke, severe hepatic impairment, or hereditary retinal disease are also contraindicated.

Q9: Can Femalegra 100mg be taken with alcohol?

Light alcohol use is generally tolerated but should be limited. Heavy alcohol impairs sexual arousal response independently and amplifies sildenafil's blood pressure-lowering effects.

Q10: How does Femalegra 100mg compare to flibanserin (Addyi) for women?

Femalegra (sildenafil) targets physical arousal — genital blood flow and lubrication. Flibanserin targets hypoactive sexual desire via central neurotransmitter modulation. They address different aspects of female sexual dysfunction. Some women have both FSAD and HSDD and may benefit from combined treatment under physician direction.

Q11: Should a gynaecologist or general physician be consulted for Femalegra 100mg?

Either is appropriate. A gynaecologist with expertise in female sexual medicine or a general physician experienced with female sexual dysfunction can evaluate whether FSAD is the correct diagnosis, whether sildenafil is appropriate, and whether any contraindications are present.

Q12: Is a prescription required for Femalegra 100mg?

Yes. Sildenafil at any dose requires a prescription. For women, a specific evaluation of sexual dysfunction type, hormonal status, and cardiovascular safety is needed before a physician can appropriately prescribe Femalegra 100mg.