Viagra (Sildenafil) 100mg Tablets
Dosage:
- The typical starting dose of Viagra for most men is 50mg, taken as needed, approximately 1 hour before sexual activity.
- Depending on individual response and tolerability, the dose can be adjusted to a maximum of 100mg or decreased to 25mg.
- It’s important to follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding dosage and usage.
Uses:
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED): Viagra is primarily used to treat ED, a condition characterized by the inability to achieve or maintain mens health an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance.
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH): Sildenafil is also used to treat PAH, a type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart.
Mechanism of Action:
- Sildenafil works by inhibiting the enzyme phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5), which is responsible for degrading the cGMP molecule.
- By inhibiting PDE5, sildenafil increases the levels of cGMP in the smooth muscle cells of the penis, leading to relaxation of the blood vessels and increased blood flow, which facilitates an erection.
Side Effects:
- Common side effects of Viagra (Sildenafil) may include headache, flushing, indigestion, nasal congestion, and dizziness.
- More serious side effects, although less common, may include sudden vision loss, hearing loss, prolonged or painful erection (priapism), and allergic reactions.
- It’s important to seek medical attention if you experience any severe or persistent side effects.
Precautions:
- Viagra should not taken individuals who are allergic to sildenafil or any of its ingredients.
- It should not taken with nitrates (commonly use to treat chest pain) or with recreational drugs called “poppers” (amyl nitrite). As this combination can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
- Use caution when taking Viagra if you have certain medical conditions, such as heart disease. Low blood pressure, or liver or kidney problems.
- Viagra should not taken more than once per day.
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