Kamagra (Sildenafil Citrate)
Kamagra is a brand of sildenafil citrate manufactured in India by Ajanta Pharma. Tablets contain the same active ingredient as Viagra and are used by adult men with erectile dysfunction. Available in 50mg and 100mg strengths.
- Active ingredients
- Sildenafil Citrate
- Manufacturer
- Ajanta Pharma
- Dosage forms
- tablet
- Available dosages
- 50mg, 100mg
- Category
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
What is it?
Kamagra is a brand of sildenafil citrate produced by Ajanta Pharma, an Indian pharmaceutical company. It first appeared on international markets in the early 2000s and is positioned as a more affordable alternative to the original Pfizer brand. The active molecule is the same sildenafil citrate that has been used for erectile dysfunction since 1998. Authorisation status varies between countries; in some jurisdictions Kamagra is sold only through licensed pharmacies, while in others it is not registered.
Active ingredients
Each Kamagra tablet contains sildenafil citrate, a selective inhibitor of phosphodiesterase type 5. The product is supplied in two strengths — 50mg and 100mg — corresponding to the standard dosing schedule for sildenafil. The chemical and pharmacological profile of sildenafil citrate in Kamagra is the same as in any other authorised sildenafil product, although excipients, tablet shape and colour differ between manufacturers.
Forms and dosages
Kamagra is supplied as conventional film-coated tablets in 50mg and 100mg strengths. The standard adult dose is 50mg taken approximately one hour before planned sexual activity, with adjustment to 25mg or 100mg depending on response and tolerability. The maximum dosing frequency is one tablet every 24 hours. Tablets can be taken with or without food, although a high-fat meal can delay onset of action by roughly an hour.
Indications
Kamagra is intended for adult men with erectile dysfunction — the persistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual activity. It is not indicated for women, paediatric patients or men without a clinical diagnosis. According to general prescribing principles for sildenafil, treatment should follow medical evaluation of cardiovascular fitness and current medications. Self-medication with online-only purchases bypasses this assessment and is not recommended.
How it works
Sildenafil citrate works by inhibiting PDE5, the enzyme responsible for breaking down cyclic GMP in penile tissue. With PDE5 blocked, the cGMP produced during sexual arousal accumulates, the smooth muscle of the penile arteries relaxes and blood inflow increases to support an erection. Kamagra reproduces this mechanism through the same active molecule. Onset is typically 30 to 60 minutes and the effect can last up to four hours after dosing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kamagra the same as Viagra? ▾
Kamagra contains the same active ingredient — sildenafil citrate — at the same strengths as Viagra (50mg and 100mg). The clinical effect at equivalent doses should therefore be comparable. Differences include the manufacturer (Ajanta Pharma versus Pfizer), tablet appearance, excipients, regulatory authorisation status in any given country and price. In some jurisdictions Kamagra is not officially registered, so legal availability varies.
Where is Kamagra manufactured? ▾
Kamagra is manufactured by Ajanta Pharma, a generics-focused company headquartered in Mumbai, India. The company exports a wide range of cardiovascular, anti-infective and erectile dysfunction products. According to publicly available regulatory listings, Ajanta Pharma's facilities have been audited by several international regulators. Authorisation in any specific country, however, depends on local registration of each individual product.
What dose of Kamagra should I take? ▾
The general sildenafil dosing schedule applies: most adult men begin with 50mg approximately one hour before planned sexual activity, adjusted to 25mg or 100mg depending on tolerability and effect. The maximum frequency is one tablet per 24 hours. Because Kamagra is a sildenafil-based product, the same medical evaluation that would precede a Viagra prescription should guide its use, ideally with a clinician familiar with the patient's history.
Can Kamagra be taken with alcohol or food? ▾
Kamagra can be taken with or without food. According to clinical data on sildenafil, a high-fat meal may delay onset of action by approximately one hour and slightly reduce the peak plasma concentration. Moderate alcohol use is unlikely to alter the pharmacokinetics, but heavy intake can independently impair erectile response. Combining Kamagra with nitrates is contraindicated, as with any other sildenafil product.
Is Kamagra legal to buy? ▾
Legal status depends on the country. In some jurisdictions Kamagra is registered and sold through licensed pharmacies; in others, including parts of the European Union, it is not officially authorised, and importing or selling it is restricted. Regulatory agencies repeatedly warn that products purchased from unverified online sources may be counterfeit, incorrectly dosed or contain undeclared ingredients. Reference information on this page is not a substitute for medical or legal advice.
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