Modula Tablet (10 Tab)

MODULA TABLET (10 TAB)

MODULA TABLET, manufactured by SUN PHARMACEUTICAL IND.LTD., is a medication primarily used for certain male health conditions.

Name

• Brand Name: Modula Tablet
• Common Name: Tadalafil

Composition Modula Tablet contains Tadalafil as its active ingredient, typically in a 5mg strength.

Uses Modula Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. It is prescribed for:

• Erectile Dysfunction (ED): It helps men achieve and maintain an erection by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation.
• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): It alleviates symptoms of an enlarged prostate, such as difficulty with urination and a frequent or urgent need to urinate, by relaxing the bladder and prostate muscles.
• Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH): Sometimes, it is also used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs by relaxing blood vessels in the chest, which increases blood supply to the lungs and reduces the heart's workload.

Dosage and Administration Modula Tablet should be taken as advised by a doctor. It can be taken with or without food. For erectile dysfunction, it is typically taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity, usually once a day or as prescribed. It should be swallowed whole with water and not crushed, broken, or chewed. The dosage for erectile dysfunction can range from 2.5 mg to 20 mg once daily, or 10 mg as needed prior to sexual activity. For BPH, the typical dosage is 5 mg once daily. For Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH), the usual dose is 40 mg (two 20 mg tablets) once daily.

Side Effects Common side effects include:

• Headache
• Back pain, muscle pain, pain in the arms and legs
• Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
• Indigestion (dyspepsia), upset stomach, nausea
• Facial flushing (redness of the face)
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision or changes in color vision

Serious side effects, though rare, warrant immediate medical attention:

• Prolonged and painful erection (priapism) lasting more than 4 hours
• Sudden decrease or loss of vision
• Sudden decrease or loss of hearing, ringing in the ears
• Severe hypotension (low blood pressure)

Precautions

• Modula Tablet is not intended for use in women or children below 18 years of age.
• Do not take this medicine if you are taking nitrates (often prescribed for chest pain or heart problems) or riociguat (for pulmonary hypertension), as it can lead to a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
• Caution is advised for individuals with a history of heart problems, stroke, low blood pressure, uncontrolled high blood pressure, liver or kidney problems, or physical deformities of the penis.
• Avoid consuming alcohol as it may cause increased dizziness and temporarily impair the ability to get an erection.
• Since it may cause dizziness, drive or operate machinery with caution.
• Grapefruit juice consumption is not recommended 24 hours before taking Modula Tablet as it may increase the concentration of the medicine in the body.
• Inform your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are currently taking to avoid potential interactions.

Storage Store Modula Tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat. Keep it out of the sight and reach of children. It is typically stored at temperatures between 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

MODULA TABLET contains Tadalafil, a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, and is primarily used to treat several conditions in men.

What is Modula Tablet used for?

MODULA TABLET is primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence, in men. It is also used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition involving an enlarged prostate gland that can cause urinary symptoms such as difficulty urinating and an urgent need to urinate. Additionally, MODULA TABLET is sometimes prescribed for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), which is high blood pressure in the lungs.

How does Modula Tablet work?

MODULA TABLET contains Tadalafil, which works by relaxing the blood vessels. In erectile dysfunction, it relaxes the blood vessels in the penis, allowing more blood to flow into the penis when a person is sexually excited, thus helping to achieve and maintain an erection. For benign prostatic hyperplasia, it relaxes the muscles in the bladder and prostate, which helps to reduce symptoms like difficulty in urination. In pulmonary arterial hypertension, it relaxes the blood vessels in the chest, increasing blood supply to the lungs and reducing the heart's workload.

What is the usual dosage of Modula Tablet?

The dosage of Modula Tablet varies depending on the condition being treated and individual response. For erectile dysfunction, it can be taken as a 10 mg dose at least 30 minutes before anticipated sexual activity, with the dose adjustable between 5 mg and 20 mg, not exceeding once per day. For daily use for ED or BPH, the typical dose is 2.5 mg to 5 mg once daily, taken at the same time each day. For pulmonary arterial hypertension, the dosage can be higher, such as 40 mg (two 20 mg tablets) once daily. It can be taken with or without food. Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for dosage and duration.

What are the possible side effects of Modula Tablet?

Common side effects of MODULA TABLET may include headache, back pain, muscle pain (in legs and arms), facial flushing, nasal congestion, and indigestion. Most of these side effects are usually temporary and resolve over time. More serious, though less common, side effects that require immediate medical attention include sudden loss of vision or hearing, or an erection lasting more than 4 hours (priapism).

Is Modula Tablet safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

MODULA TABLET is not recommended for use in women, including during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Data suggests the drug may cause toxicity to the baby if used during breastfeeding.

Can Modula Tablet be taken with other medications?

MODULA TABLET can interact with several medications, which can lead to severe side effects. It should not be taken with nitrates (used for chest pain or heart problems), such as nitroglycerin or isosorbide dinitrate, as this can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure. Concomitant use with riociguat (for pulmonary hypertension) or alpha-blockers (for high blood pressure or BPH) is also not recommended or requires caution. Inform your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are currently taking to avoid potential interactions.

What precautions should be taken?

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Modula Tablet, as it may increase dizziness and reduce the medicine's effectiveness. Excessive grapefruit juice consumption should also be avoided as it may increase the risk of side effects. Use caution when driving or operating machinery, as MODULA TABLET may cause dizziness or altered vision. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart problems, stroke, low or uncontrolled high blood pressure, liver or kidney problems, or any physical deformities of the penis.

What happens if a dose is missed?

If MODULA TABLET is taken as needed for erectile dysfunction, a missed dose is not applicable. If you are on a daily dosing schedule and miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

How should it be stored?

MODULA TABLET should be stored in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat. Keep it out of the sight and reach of children. It should typically be stored at temperatures between 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.