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Medicine details

Conditions: Erectile Dysfunction
Alternative names: Viagra
Therapeutic class: Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: PDE5 Inhibitor
Contraindications: hypersensitivity to sildenafil; concurrent use of nitrates; severe heart failure
Minor side effects: headache; flushing; nasal congestion
Moderate side effects: dyspepsia; dizziness; visual disturbances
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Patient summary: Formulated to target erectile dysfunction to support erectile function.
Prescription status: POM
Manufacturer: Ajanta Pharma
Onset Time: 30–60 minutes
Duration: 4–6 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 30°C.
Drug interactions: Alcohol; Nitrates
Age restrictions: Not for patients under 18 years.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Not indicated for women.

Precautions and warnings

avoid heavy meals before use; do not use with recreational drugs; seek advice if erection lasts over four hours

Serious side effects

priapism — requires immediate medical attention; heart attack — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Sildenafil inhibits the PDE5 enzyme, which promotes vasodilation of the penile arteries, allowing increased blood flow during sexual arousal.

Formulated to target erectile dysfunction to support erectile function.