Uses:
This
medication is used to treat male sexual function problems
(erection problems).
How
To Take This Medication:
This
drug is taken by mouth as needed between four hours and
one-half hour before sexual activity (about one hour before
is most effective). Take only as directed, usually once
daily as needed. Sildenafil works along with sexual stimulation
to help achieve an erection.
Side Effects:
Headache,
flushing, stomach upset, nasal stuffiness, diarrhea and
dizziness might occur. If these effects persist or worsen,
notify your doctor promptly.
Precautions:
Before
using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history,
including any allergies (especially drug allergies), any
penis conditions such as fibrosis/scarring, history of painful/prolonged
erection (priapism), sickle cell anemia, blood system cancers
(such as leukemia or myeloma), or Peyronie's disease, eye
problems (retina diseases). kidney or liver disease, bleeding
disorders or active stomach ulcers, heart diseases, stroke
or severe high or low blood pressure. Limit alcohol intake,
as it may aggravate side effects of this drug. To avoid
dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated
or lying position, get up slowly. The elderly may be more
sensitive to the side effects of this drug, therefore caution
is advised in this group.
Drug Interactions:
Tell
your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication
you may use, especially any nitrate medications (e.g., nitroglycerin,
isosorbide dinitrate), nitroprusside (any "nitric oxide
donor" medicines), cimetidine, erythromycin, azole
antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), mibefradil,
rifamycins (e.g., rifampin) or high blood pressure medicines.
Notes:
Do
not share this medication with others, since they may have
a problem that is not effectively treated by this drug.
Use of this drug does not protect against sexually transmitted
diseases (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis B, gonorrhea).
Missed Dosage:
Not
applicable.
Storage:
Store
at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees
C) away from light and moisture. Keep this and all medications
out of the reach of children.
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