43 Oral Sildenafil in the Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction

Women with pulmonary arterial hypertension should not stop taking sildenafil without talking to their doctor. Take sildenafil oral tablets exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it. Your healthcare provider will tell you how much to take and when to take it. Your healthcare provider may change your dose if needed. You may take sildenafil between 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual activity if needed. If you take sildenafil after a high-fat meal (such as a cheeseburger and fries), sildenafil may take a little longer to start working.

Other uses for this medicine

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or does not go away. These are not all of the possible side effects of sildenafil. Have allergies to sildenafil, Viagra, Revatio, Vybrique, or any of the ingredients in the sildenafil formulation you are taking Take other medicines for pulmonary arterial hypertension, such as riociguat (Adempas) Take other medicines for pulmonary arterial hypertension, such as riociguat (Adempas) Take other medicines that lower your blood pressure, such as nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, and some recreational drugs that also contain nitrates, such as "poppers". To make sure sildenafil is safe for you, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you have: Or have had heart problems such as a heart attack, irregular heartbeat, angina, chest pain, narrowing of the aortic valve, or heart failure Had heart surgery within the last 6 months Low blood pressure, or high blood pressure that is not controlled A physical deformity of the penis (such as Peyronie's disease) Been told you should not have sexual intercourse for health reasons and you are a male Had an erection that lasted for more than 4 hours Problems with your blood cells, such as sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, or leukemia Retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic (runs in families) eye disease Ever had severe vision loss, including an eye problem called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) Kidney problems or are having kidney dialysis Are pregnant or intending to become pregnant (for patients with PAH) Are breastfeeding or intending to breastfeed (for patients with PAH). Sildenafil for ED is not approved sildenafil gel for males <18 years old.

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Sildenafil is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Women with pulmonary arterial hypertension should not stop taking sildenafil without talking to their doctor if they discover they are pregnant. It is not known whether sildenafil passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby. If you accidentally take too much sildenafil, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away. Sildenafil can help you have an erection when sexual stimulation occurs.

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An erection will not occur just by taking a pill. During sexual activity, if you become dizzy or nauseated, or have pain, numbness, or tingling in your chest, arms, neck, or jaw, stop and call your doctor right away.

• The medication may cause a sudden decrease in blood pressure in some users.
• Use sildenafil cautiously if you are also taking blood pressure medications.
• Do not share your medication with others to prevent misuse.

You could be having a serious side effect of sildenafil.

• Store sildenafil tablets in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep medication out of reach of children and pets.
• Check expiration date before use to ensure potency.

Take sildenafil oral film (Vybrique) exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it.

Condition	Caution / Notes	Risk Factors
Cardiovascular disease	Use with caution	Heart failure, recent MI
Concomitant nitrate use	Absolute contraindication	Risk of severe hypotension
Severe hepatic impairment	May require dose adjustment	Reduced clearance
Retinitis Pigmentosa	Cautious use	Potential for vision disturbances

Your healthcare provider will tell you how much sildenafil to take and when to take it.

• Sildenafil is not a cure for erectile dysfunction but helps improve function.
• Use sildenafil only as prescribed to ensure safety and efficacy.
• It is not intended for recreational use and can be harmful.

Take sildenafil by mouth about 1 hour before sexual activity. You may take sildenafil between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sexual activity if needed.

What happens if I overdose?

Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, which breaks down cyclic GMP and enhances nitric oxide (NO) -mediated smooth muscle relaxation. In erectile dysfunction (ED), this increases blood flow to penile tissue, facilitating an erection. In pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), it dilates pulmonary vessels by the same mechanism, reducing pulmonary blood pressure and improving exercise capacity. Sildenafil first gained FDA approval on March 27, 1998. Do not take sildenafil if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems, including nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, and some recreational drugs such as "poppers".

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Taking sildenafil with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure. Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with sildenafil. Tell your doctor about all your current sildenafil 20 mg prescription medicines, especially riociguat (Adempas). The most common side effects of sildenafil tablets for ED are: Abnormal vision, such as changes in color vision (such as having a blue color tinge) andblurred vision The most common side effects of sildenafil oral film for ED are: Abnormal vision, such as changes in color and blurred vision The most common side effects of sildenafil tablets/ oral suspension, and injection for PAH are: Sildenafil can cause the following serious side effects. If you have an erection that lasts more than 4 hours, get medical help right away. Do not sildenafil citrate sublingual tablets 100mg take more than once a day. If you take too much sildenafil, call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away. Do not remove the film from the pouch unless ready for immediate use. Do not handle the oral film with wet hands. See the Vybrique Prescribing Information for more information about how to take sildenafil oral film.

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Runs locally on your device so your data stays private. Alt text editor Show alt text editor right away when adding an image Helps you make sure all your images have alt text. Pronunciation: sil-DEN-a-fil Generic name: sildenafil Brand names: Revatio, Viagra, Vybrique Dosage form: tablets (20 mg; 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg), injection (10 mg/12.5 mL), oral suspension (10 mg/mL), oral film (25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg, 100 mg) Drug classes: Agents for pulmonary hypertension, Impotence medications Sildenafil is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in adult men or pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in adults and children, depending on the brand or formulation. Sildenafil tablets (25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg; Viagra, generic) and sildenafil oral film (25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg, 100 mg; Vybrique) are used for ED. Sildenafil tablets (20 mg; Revatio, generic), sildenafil oral suspension (Revatio, generic), and sildenafil injection (Revatio, generic) are used for PAH. Take sildenafil exactly as it was prescribed for you. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.

Medication Type	Potential Interaction	Effect	Notes
Nitrates	Severe hypotension	Dangerous drop in blood pressure	Absolute contraindication
Alpha-blockers	Enhanced hypotensive effect	Blood pressure may drop too low	Use with caution, monitor BP
CYP3A4 inhibitors	Increased sildenafil levels	Increased risk of side effects	Dose adjustment may be needed
Rifampin	Reduced sildenafil effectiveness	Lower plasma levels	May require dose increase

Do not change your dose or stop taking this medicine on your own. Take sildenafil tablet or oral suspension 3 times a day, about 4 to 6 hours apart. Take at approximately the same times every day. Sildenafil oral suspension will be mixed for you by your pharmacist. Do not mix with other medicines or flavorings.

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If it is not treated right away, priapism can permanently damage your penis. Sildenafil can decrease blood flow to the optic nerve of the eye, causing sudden vision loss. This has occurred in a small number of people taking sildenafil, most of whom also had heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or certain pre-existing eye problems, and in those who smoked or were over 50 years old. Sudden vision loss in one or both eyes can be a sign of a serious eye problem called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION). Stop taking sildenafil and call your healthcare provider right away if you havesudden vision loss in one or both eyes.

What should I know about sildenafil before taking it?

Some people may also have ringing in their ears (tinnitus) or dizziness. If you have these symptoms, stop taking sildenafil and contact a doctor right away. In addition, heart attack, stroke, irregular heartbeats, and death have happened rarely in people taking sildenafil. Most, but not all, of these people had heart problems before taking this medicine. It is not known if sildenafil caused these problems. Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose.

• Sildenafil is used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary hypertension.
• It belongs to the class of phosphodiesterase inhibitors.
• Oral sildenafil should be taken about 30-60 minutes before activity.

Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). When sildenafil is used for ED, it is used as needed, so you are not likely to miss a dose. If you are taking sildenafil for PAH and you miss a dose, take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time. If you take too much sildenafil, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency room. Drinking alcohol with sildenafil can cause side effects.

Usual Adult Dose for Erectile Dysfunction

Tell all your healthcare providers that you take sildenafil. If you need emergency medical care for a heart problem, it will be important for your healthcare provider to know when you last took sildenafil. Stop sexual activity and get medical help right away if you get symptoms such as chest pain, dizziness, or nausea during sex. Sexual activity can put an extra strain on your heart, especially if your heart is already weak from a heart attack or heart disease. Sildenafil does not protect you or your partner from getting sexually transmitted diseases, including Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

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Sildenafil may cause low blood pressure, which may cause you to feel faint or dizzy. Lie down if you feel faint or dizzy. Tell your doctor if you get more short of breath after you start sildenafil. More shortness of breath than usual may be due to your underlying medical condition. Do not take Viagra while also taking Revatio. Grapefruit juice and products may interact with sildenafil, leading to unwanted side effects. Avoid using any other medicines to treat impotence, such as alprostadil or yohimbine, without first talking to your doctor.

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