Sildenafil Citrate

Active Ingredient: Sildenafil Citrate
Typical Brand Name: Viagra

Overview:
Sildenafil Citrate is also known by the name of Sildenafil citrate. This oral prescription drug is used to treat erectile dysfunction or impotence in men. Sildenafil Citrate works by relaxing the muscles and increasing the flow of blood in the erectile organ. The increased flow of blood helps in a condition which enhances the chances for a better erection.

Impotence or erectile dysfunction is defined as a condition where a man is unable to sustain or maintain a proper erection which is suitable for proper and satisfying sexual activity.

Direction:
Sildenafil Citrate should be taken as it has been told by your doctor. Do not exceed the dosage of this medicine, as it can enhance its side effects. Sildenafil Citrate is usually need based; it is taken as it’s needed. Sildenafil Citrate does not work alone; it works along with sexual stimulation. Sildenafil Citrate tablets are for oral use. Swallow the tablet whole with some water. Avoid taking High-fat food before taking Sildenafil Citrate as it may cause the medicine to take more time to start working. The ability to have sexual activity improves up to 4 hours after taking Sildenafil Citrate. Do not take Sildenafil Citrate more than once a day. Sildenafil Citrate doses range from 25 milligrams, 50 milligrams and 100 milligrams. Your doctor will adjust the dosage if the drug is not working properly for you.

Side Effects of Sildenafil Citrate are:

Allergic reaction such as hives, swelling up of face and tongue may occur with the intake of Sildenafil Citrate.

• Tight feeling in chest
• Tingling in your chest
• Swelling in hands
• Fainting
• Palpitations
• Flushing
• Diarrhea
• Insomnia
• Stomach upset
• Nosebleed
• abnormal vision
• dizziness

Precautions to be followed:
Consult your doctor if you have a cardiovascular condition, such as high blood pressure, kidney impairment, liver impairment, sickle cell anemia, leukemia, and anatomical deformations of the erectile organ bleeding disorders, retinitis pigmentosa. Angina or severe irregular heart beats, and stomach ulcer.

Drug Interactions
Do not use any other drug to cure erectile dysfunction with Sildenafil Citrate. Avoid the intake of any nitrate drug such as Nitrostat and Transderm-Nitro.

Inform your doctor if you use the following
Medicines such as amprenavir, efavirenz, saquinavir, Bosentan, clarithromycin, erythromycin, fosamprenavir, and itraconazole as they may have adverse reactions if taken along with Sildenafil Citrate

Note
Do not share your medicines with others, for whom it is not prescribed. Sildenafil Citrate should be kept away from heat, moisture and children.