Viagra

Designed to target erectile dysfunction and indicated to support sexual health in men.

Strengths: 25 · 50 · 100 · 120 · 130 · 150 · 200mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Vizarsin; Sildenafil Actavis

Therapeutic class

Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitor

Pharmacological class

PDE5 Inhibitor

Contraindications

concomitant nitric oxide donors; severe cardiovascular disease

Precautions and warnings

consult physician if history of heart issues

Minor side effects

headache; flushing

Moderate side effects

dyspepsia; visual changes

Dosage forms

Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Viatris

Onset Time

30–60 minutes

Duration

4–6 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C.

Drug interactions

nitrates; alpha-blockers

Age restrictions

Adults only.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Not applicable.

Serious side effects

priapism — requires immediate medical attention; cardiovascular collapse — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Designed to target erectile dysfunction and indicated to support sexual health in men.

Mechanism of action

Sildenafil increases blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation by preventing the breakdown of cyclic guanosine monophosphate.

Viagra

Designed to target erectile dysfunction and indicated to support sexual health in men.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Sildenafil
  • Listed indication(s): Erectile Dysfunction

Usually available as

  • 270 tablets - 25 mg309-25-mg-5284
  • 120 tablets - 50 mg309-50-mg-5291
  • 90 tablets - 100 mg309-100-mg-5301