Assurans
Assurans contains Sildenafil, which belongs to a class of medications called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the lungs to decrease pulmonary blood pressure, reducing the workload of the heart and improving exercise tolerance.
Dosage by Body Weight
The standard adult dosage for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension is typically 20 mg taken orally three times daily, spaced about 4 to 6 hours apart. It can be taken with or without food. Always follow your cardiologist's or healthcare provider's specific instructions.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Strictly under specialist supervision
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under this weight have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mg to 5 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Pediatric PAH dosing; requires precise measurement using oral suspension under expert guidance.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 5 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor closely for side effects like flushing, diarrhea, or nasal congestion.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Doses may be adjusted based on clinical response and tolerance.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg to 15 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Should not exceed the maximum recommended pediatric dosage.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routinely recommended | Strictly under specialist supervision | Safety and efficacy in infants under this weight have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 2.5 mg to 5 mg | Three times daily | Pediatric PAH dosing; requires precise measurement using oral suspension under expert guidance. |
| 8-10 kg | 5 mg | Three times daily | Monitor closely for side effects like flushing, diarrhea, or nasal congestion. |
| 11-15 kg | 10 mg | Three times daily | Doses may be adjusted based on clinical response and tolerance. |
| 16-20 kg | 10 mg to 15 mg | Three times daily | Should not exceed the maximum recommended pediatric dosage. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used in the treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) to improve exercise capacity and delay clinical worsening.
Generic Name
SildenafilScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.