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The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients.

Absorption and metabolism

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of sildenafil in children younger than 1 year of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established. Sildenafil should never be used in children for erectile dysfunction. In general, sildenafil should not be used for pulmonary arterial hypertension in children, especially for chronic use. Use of sildenafil oral film is not indicated for use in the pediatric population.

Does sildenafil interact with other medicines (drug interactions)?

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of sildenafil in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related liver, kidney, or heart problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving sildenafil. There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding. Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine. For treatment of erectile dysfunction:For oral dosage form (tablets):Adults up to 65 years of age—50 milligrams (mg) as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Alternatively, the medicine may be taken 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse.

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Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.Adults 65 years of age and older—25 mg as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.Children—Use is not recommended.For oral dosage form (film):Adults up to 65 years of age—50 milligrams (mg) as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse.

What happens if I overdose?

Using this medicine with any of the following may cause an increased risk of certain side effects but may be unavoidable in some cases. If used together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use this medicine, or give you special instructions about the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco. The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially: Abnormal penis, including a curved penis or birth defects of the penis—Chance of problems occurring may be increased and this medicine should be used with caution in these patients. Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat, within the last 6 months) or Blood vessel problems (eg, aortic stenosis, idiopathic subaortic stenosis) or Heart attack (within the last 6 months) or Retinitis pigmentosa (an inherited eye disorder) or Stroke (within the last 6 months)—Should not be used in patients with these conditions.

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Crowded disc or low cup to disc ratio in the eye (an eye disorder) or Hyperlipidemia (high fats in the blood) or Non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy or NAION (serious eye condition), history of or Retinitis pigmentosa (an inherited eye disorder) or Smoking—May increase the chance for a serious side effect in the eye called NAION. Stomach ulcer, or history of or—Chance of problems occurring may be increased. It is not known if the medicine is safe for use in these patients. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body. Sickle-cell anemia (blood disorder)—Sildenafil should be used with caution in these patients as problems with prolonged erection of the penis may occur. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.Adults 65 years of age and older—25 mg as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.Children—Use is not recommended. For oral dosage form (tablets):Adults up to 65 years of age—50 milligrams (mg) as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.Children—Use is not recommended. Adults up to 65 years of age—50 milligrams (mg) as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Your doctor may adjust your dose sildenafil citrate 150 mg red pill if needed. Adults 65 years of age and older—25 mg as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. For oral dosage form (film):Adults up to 65 years of age—50 milligrams (mg) as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. For treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension:For oral dosage forms (suspension or tablets):Adults—20 milligrams (mg) 3 times a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed and tolerated. However, the dose is usually not more than 80 mg 3 times a day.Children 1 year of age and older weighing 45 kilograms (kg) or more—20 mg 3 times a day. However the dose is usually not more than 40 mg 3 times a day.Children 1 year of age and older weighing 20 to 45 kg—20 mg 3 times a day.Children 1 year of age and older weighing 20 kg or less—10 mg 3 times a day.Children younger than 1 year of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

• Sildenafil 50mg is available by prescription or over-the-counter in some regions.
• It is not a treatment for erectile dysfunction caused by psychological issues alone.
• Women and children should not use sildenafil unless prescribed by a doctor.
• Sildenafil interacts with nitrates, which can cause dangerous blood pressure drops.
• Alcohol consumption can reduce the effectiveness of sildenafil and increase side effects.
• Storage of sildenafil should be in a cool, dry place away from children.
• The medication is typically taken only once per day to avoid overdose.
• Some people may experience visual disturbances as a side effect.
• Sildenafil may be used with other erectile dysfunction medications under medical supervision.
• The onset of action is usually within 30 to 60 minutes after ingestion.
• Sildenafil 50mg is preferred for men who find higher doses cause adverse effects.

For oral dosage forms (suspension or tablets):Adults—20 milligrams (mg) 3 times a day.

Parameter	Value	Description	Time to Peak	Duration Effect	Absorption Rate
Tmax	30-120 minutes	Time to maximum plasma concentration	1 hour	Up to 4-6 hours	Fast
Half-life	4 hours	Plasma half-life	N/A	N/A	Moderate
Bioavailability	40%	Percentage absorbed	N/A	N/A	Moderate

Adults—20 milligrams (mg) 3 times a day. However, the dose is usually not more than 80 mg 3 times a day. Children 1 year of age and older weighing 45 kilograms (kg) or more—20 mg 3 times a day. However the dose is usually not more than 40 mg 3 times a day. Children 1 year of age and older weighing 20 to 45 kg—20 mg 3 times a day. Children 1 year of age and older weighing 20 kg or less—10 mg 3 times a day. Children younger than 1 year of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

• Sildenafil can cause side effects such as dizziness, vision changes, or priapism.
• Priapism is a prolonged erection that requires urgent medical attention.
• Patients should avoid grapefruit juice while taking sildenafil due to interactions.
• The medication is contraindicated in those with severe cardiovascular conditions.
• Sildenafil is not recommended for use with certain antidepressants or blood pressure medicines.
• It is important to hydrate well and avoid excessive alcohol intake.
• In some cases, it can be used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension.
• The medication can be prescribed even if erectile dysfunction is secondary to other conditions.
• Discontinue use and consult a doctor if side effects or allergic reactions occur.
• Sildenafil 50mg is a moderate dose suitable for many men with ED.
• Regular medical checkups are advised to monitor health while on sildenafil.

For oral dosage forms (suspension or tablets): If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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 dosing schedule.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) or Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease or PVOD (a type of lung disease)—Use sildenafil otc with caution. Use sildenafil exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it and do not use it more often than your doctor ordered. If too much is used, the chance of side effects is increased. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet.

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Read and follow these instructions carefully before you start using sildenafil and each time you get a refill of your medicine. Ask your doctor if you have any questions. You may take this medicine with or without food. Place the film on top of your tongue. It will dissolve in your mouth and can be swallowed with saliva without using water or other liquids. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep out of the reach of children.

What other drugs will affect sildenafil?

In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

What are the serious side effects of sildenafil?

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines. Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use. Store mixed oral liquid in the refrigerator. Throw away any unused mixed Revatio® oral liquid after 60 days.

Before taking this medicine

Shake the bottle well for at least 10 seconds before each use. Remove the cap by pushing it down and twisting it counter-clockwise. Push the plunger of the syringe, then insert the tip into the bottle while holding the bottle upright on a flat surface. Slowly pull back the plunger until the required dose. If you see air bubbles in the syringe, repeat the steps.

Other Interactions

Place the tip of the syringe into you or your child's mouth and point it towards the cheek. This medicine usually begins to work for erectile dysfunction within 30 minutes after taking it. It continues to work for up to 4 hours, although its action is usually less after 2 hours. Use only the brand of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. Different brands may not work the same way. It is important that you tell all of your doctors that you take sildenafil. If you need emergency medical care for a heart problem, it is important that your doctor knows when you last took sildenafil. Do not use this medicine if you are also using a nitrate medicine, often used to treat angina or high blood pressure. Some illegal ("street") drugs called "poppers" (such as amyl nitrate, butyl nitrate, or nitrite).

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