Author Details
Written By
MD, MBBS
Reviewed By
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
05 Dec 2023 | 06:14 PM (IST)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Want to know more

Have issue with the content?

Report Problem

Playgard 100 Tablet

Prescription Required

Product introduction

Playgard 100 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis. This helps men to get or maintain an erection. It belongs to a group of medicines known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors.

Playgard 100 Tablet is used in the treatment of mild to moderate inability to get erection of the penis (erectile dysfunction)

Uses of Playgard Tablet

Benefits of Playgard Tablet

In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction

Playgard 100 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis. This allows blood to flow into the penis and produce an erection when sexually aroused. This medicine will only help get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. It is very effective but needs to be taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity.

Do not take this medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).

Side effects of Playgard 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 Playgard

  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Indigestion
  • Muscle pain
  • Upset stomach
  • Rash
  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea

How to use Playgard 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. Playgard 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Playgard Tablet works

Playgard 100 Tablet is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis, thereby increasing blood flow into the penis on sexual stimulation. This helps you achieve and maintain a hard, erect penis suitable for sexual activity.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Playgard 100 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Playgard 100 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Playgard 100 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Playgard 100 Tablet is not indicated in women.
Driving
UNSAFE
Playgard 100 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
Playgard 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Playgard 100 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.
Liver
CAUTION
Playgard 100 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Playgard 100 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Playgard 100 Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Playgard Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Playgard 100 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Playgard 100 Tablet
₹33.75/Tablet
Vigore 100 Red Tablet
Zydus Healthcare Limited
₹29/tablet
14% cheaper
Drx 100mg Tablet
Galpha Laboratories Ltd
₹33/tablet
2% cheaper
₹33/tablet
2% cheaper
Manforce 100mg Tablet
Mankind Pharma Ltd
₹58/tablet
72% costlier
Penegra 100 Tablet
Zydus Cadila
₹80.79/tablet
139% costlier

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Playgard 100 Tablet for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
  • It is best to take it an hour before sexual intercourse. But, you can take it anytime between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sexual activity.
  • Do not take it more than once a day.
  • Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
  • Do not use Playgard 100 Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain).
  • Do not take it if you have had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Benzenesulfonamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase-V inhibitors

Patient concerns

arrow
Early ejaculation, erectile dysfunction Erectile dysfunction and early ejaculation
Dr. Pranay Gandhi
Sexology
1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3. tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects
Erectile dysfunction premature ejaculation Medication for Erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation
Dr. Shyam Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hello PATIENT to 1mg. Erectile problems can be happen to people at any age having issue like stress, fatigue, disturb relationship, anxiety, Ali a cohol, smoking and medical problems like High BP, Diabetes, obesity etc. My personal advice is lifestyle changes like exercising, losing weight, stopping smoking,curbing alcohol, don't wear tight pants, do pelvic kegal exercise. There are medications but they have side effects so i dont advice first. But i strongly recommend to start healthy life with some antioxidant vitamins and healthy diet. You may take vitamin like DHEA cap, L arginine and herbal ashwagandha capsule. Apply Himcolin gel. Concentrate on Yoga and meditation and also take help from your partner. Use these for couple of months if not improved do few blood tests like thyroid, sugar and testosterone and let me know.
arrow

User feedback


FAQs

How long does it take for Playgard 100 Tablet to work?

The amount of time Playgard 100 Tablet takes to work varies from person to person, but it normally takes between half an hour and one hour. However, Playgard 100 Tablet may take longer to start working if you take it with a heavy meal. Its effect may last for about 3-4 hours.

Can I get Playgard 100 Tablet without a prescription?

No, you need a doctor's prescription to get Playgard 100 Tablet since it is a prescription medicine. Your doctor will prescribe it only if they judge that it would be beneficial for you.

Can I take Playgard 100 Tablet as often as I want?

No, do not take Playgard 100 Tablet for more than once a day. If you take more Playgard 100 Tablet than the recommended dose then you may experience an increase in side effects and their severity. These side effects include flushing, headache, muscle pain, stomach upset, allergic reactions and vision changes such as blurred vision. Contact your doctor if Playgard 100 Tablet does not help you to get an erection, or if your erection does not last long enough for you to complete sexual intercourse.

When should I take Playgard 100 Tablet?

Take Playgard 100 Tablet about 1 hour before you plan to have sex. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Inform your doctor if you feel the effect of Playgard 100 Tablet is too strong or too weak.

Can I take Playgard 100 Tablet for premature ejaculation?

No, Playgard 100 Tablet is not known to have any beneficial effects in treating premature ejaculation. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Why is the use of Playgard 100 Tablet contraindicated with nitrates?

Use of Playgard 100 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.

Why does Playgard 100 Tablet cause a fall in blood pressure (hypotension)?

Playgard 100 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. Playgard 100 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.

Can I take Playgard 100 Tablet in my twenties?

Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then Playgard 100 Tablet can be taken in your twenties.

Does Playgard 100 Tablet increase blood pressure?

No, Playgard 100 Tablet is not associated with an increase in blood pressure. However, it can cause a decrease in blood pressure especially if taken with other blood pressure-lowering medications. Please consult your doctor before taking Playgard 100 Tablet with any other medicine.

Is Playgard 100 Tablet safe to use in patients with diabetes?

Yes, if prescribed by your doctor then Playgard 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with diabetes.

Does Playgard 100 Tablet affect fertility?

No, Playgard 100 Tablet does not affect fertility, neither negatively nor positively.

Does Playgard 100 Tablet affect sperm?

Playgard 100 Tablet does not affect sperm count or its health. It is a medicine that is used to treat erectile dysfunction.

Can I drink alcohol while on Playgard 100 Tablet?

Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from Playgard 100 Tablet, it is advised to not drink excessive amounts of alcohol before taking Playgard 100 Tablet.

Can I take Playgard 100 Tablet as often as I want?

No, do not take Playgard 100 Tablet for more than once a day. If you take more Playgard 100 Tablet than the recommended dose then you may experience an increase in side effects and their severity. These side effects include flushing, headache, muscle pain, stomach upset, allergic reactions and vision changes such as blurred vision. Contact your doctor if Playgard 100 Tablet does not help you to get an erection, or if your erection does not last long enough for you to complete sexual intercourse.

When should I take Playgard 100 Tablet?

Take Playgard 100 Tablet about 1 hour before you plan to have sex. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Inform your doctor if you feel the effect of Playgard 100 Tablet is too strong or too weak.

Can I drink alcohol while on Playgard 100 Tablet?

Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair your ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from Playgard 100 Tablet, it is advised to not drink excessive amounts of alcohol before taking Playgard 100 Tablet.

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

References

  1. Michel T, Hoffman BB. Treatment of Myocardial Ischemia and Hypertension. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 752-53.
  2. Katzung BG, Chatterjee K. Vasodilator & the Treatment of Angina Pectoris. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 197.
  3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1261-62.
  4. Sildenafil. New York, New York: Pfizer; 1998 [revised Mar. 2014]. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  6. Sildenafil [Product Information]. New York, NY: Pfizer Labs; 2017. [Accessed 06 Aug. 2023]. (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Playgard 100 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

234.9270Get 13% OFF
229.5+ free shipping withCare Plan Logo
Inclusive of all taxes
Get this discount by applying coupon TESTING_REPEAT on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹500. T&C apply.
8.0 tablets in 1 strip
Add to cart

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001:2022 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.