Viapro

Viapro, an over the counter medication is used for treating the symptoms of erectile dysfunction and sexual potency. However, in March 2008, most of the outlets halted the sales of this drug but it is accessible through online retailers.

EG Labs manufactures Viapro. On July 23, 2008, EG Labs voluntarily declared to recall the lot of Viapro in 375 mg capsules. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration informed the manufacturers about a chemical not mentioned in the chemical make up.

The chemical, thio-methisosildenafil is a compound related to sildenafil, an active chemical in Viagra. However, when interacted with nitrates, this could be harmful to certain patients may lead to severe drop in blood pressure.

Viapro, along with other medications increases the risk of high blood pressures, heart disease, diabetes and high cholesterol among the patients using this drug.

The U.S Food and Drug Administration asked the patients to stop taking Viapro immediately. These capsules were sold across the nation in package of 1 – capsule blister, 2 – capsule blister and 10 capsules bottle.

EG Labs Voluntarily Withdraws Viapro

The pharmaceutical sector is one of the leading entities making huge profit every year. A large part of this sale comes from the sales of sexual enhancement drugs. However, many times side effects of such drugs are life threatening.

EG Labs Recalls Viapro

On July 23, 2008, EG Labs announced to voluntarily withdrew Viapro, a sexual enhancement drug. The Food and Drug Administration informed the manufacturers that according to a lab analysis of Viapro, it was found that it contains a harmful ingredient called thio-methisosildenafil. After this, EG labs withdrew the drug from the market. FDA defines this ingredient as an analog of sildenafil. An analog is a chemical compound in which parent compound replaces one or more atoms, thus creating similar make up with different prospective interactions.

Danger of using this drug lies in using it with nitrates found in few prescription drugs, which may lower the blood pressure levels. Patients suffering from high blood pressure, heart diseases, diabetes and cholesterol take nitrates. Moreover, male patient suffers from sexual side effects either from their existing conditions or from their medication.

Until March 2008, Viapro capsules were sold in pharmacies, stores and retailers. These capsules were sold across the nation in package of one – capsule blister, 2 – capsule blister and 10 capsules bottle.

FDA has announced that any side effects associated with the use of this drug should be reported to the FDAs MedWatch program by mail at MedWatch, HF-2, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787, by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178 or by phone at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Patients who believe that they are suffering from the negative side effects Viapro should immediately consult a doctor to get timely treatment. Therefore, you may seek the advice of an experienced attorney who will assist you in filing a Viapro lawsuit against the manufacturer.