Sildenafil Citrate: Uses, Side Effects, Dosage

Sildenafil citrate is a medication used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary arterial hypertension. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation.

Sildenafil citrate FAQ

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What is sildenafil (Viagra) used for?

Sildenafil (Viagra) is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence; inability to get or keep an erection) in men.

What is sildenafil used for?

Sildenafil relaxes muscles of the blood vessels and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body. Sildenafil under the name Viagra is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. Another brand of sildenafil is Revatio, which is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension and improve exercise capacity in men and women.

What are the different types of sildenafil?

Brand names: Viagra, Revatio. Sildenafil comes in three forms: an oral tablet, an oral suspension (liquid), and an injection that’s only given by a doctor. Sildenafil oral tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). It’s also used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). What is sildenafil? Sildenafil is a prescription drug.

What is a sildenafil oral tablet?

Sildenafil oral tablet is a prescription medication used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

What does sildenafil do for erectile dysfunction?

Last updated on Jan 8, 2024. What is sildenafil? Sildenafil relaxes muscles of the blood vessels and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body. Sildenafil under the name Viagra is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men.

What are the side effects of sildenafil?

The most common side effects are headaches, feeling sick, indigestion and dizziness. Many people have no side effects or only mild ones. It can be dangerous to take sildenafil if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain). The combination can cause a dangerous fall in your blood pressure.