Sildenafil is a generic version of Viagra, a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor that is an FDA–approved treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) and blood flow stimulation to the penis.
Important Safety Information for Generic of Viagra® (sildenafil)
How Should You Take Sildenafil?
Like Tadalafil, Sildenafil can be taken with or without food, ideally 30 to 60 minutes before planned sexual activity. The medication is taken orally, so you can take it on your own, any time of the day (although you should take it at the same time of the day, if possible).
*Never take more than one dose within 24 hours, and do not have other ED medication while you are on Sildenafil.
*Make sure you take Sildenafil medication exactly as prescribed; do not increase or reduce your dose, without consulting a medical professional. If your symptoms are not improving and you feel the medication is not working as intended, first talk to a health provider.
Before Starting MdDirect Sildenafil Treatment
Since Sildenafil may interact with other medications, you must share your entire medical history with our service providers. You will also need to share medication you are currently taking (including prescription, over-the-counter and supplements).
Medications sildenafil might interact with Sildenafil:
- Nitrates
- Alpha-blockers
- Antihypertensives
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (Ritonavir, Ketoconazole, Itraconazole etc.)
Medical history conditions you must should share with our team:
- Cardiovascular and heart problems
- Cardiac failure or coronary disease
- A history of low or high blood pressure
- Vascular flow obstruction
- Kidney disease
- Pulmonary hypertension etc.
*If you are suffering from a condition not previously listed, but feel like it might interfere with your treatment, please also mention it.
When Not To Take Sildenafil
You should not take Sildenafil:
- Allergies – if you are allergic to this drug, do not use it
- Nitric oxide donors – taking Sildenafil may increase your blood pressure, so it can lower the effects of nitrates
- Guanylate cyclase stimulators – this group of medication is used to reduce heart failure and cardiovascular death. Taking Sildenafil may disrupt their effect since it increases blood pressure
Tadalafil Side Effects
Some of the most common side effects patients experience while on Sildenafil:
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Back pain
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Rash
- Flushing etc
Severe Side Effects
In addition to the most common side effects we’ve covered, in rare cases, patients might experience more severe issues. Please consult with a medical professional if this happens).
Severe side effects:
- Prolonged erections – Sildenafil is meant to make your erection fuller and longer-lasting, but if your erection does not subside in 4 hours, you should seek medical help.
- Cardiovascular risks during sexual activity – if cardiovascular health is preventing you from having sex, you should not try to force it by engaging in Sildenafil therapy.
- Hearing or sight loss – if you experience short-term hearing or sight loss, you should stop taking the medication straight away and contact your doctor.
- Sudden drop in blood pressure – if you’re taking another blood pressure lowering medication, it may interact with Sildenafil and result in a sudden blood pressure drop. Monitoring your blood pressure is crucial. Other signs of low blood pressure include dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting.
- STDs – Sildenafil does not cause STDs, nor will it protect you from it.