Sildenafil: Usage, Benefits, Side Effects, and Dosage
Sildenafil is used to treat erectile dysfunction (Impotence) in men, it increases blood flow to the penis to get or maintain an erection during sexual intercourse. Sildenafil is called a phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitor in a class of medications. Sildenafil also treats pulmonary arterial hypertension, it relaxes the blood vessels in the lungs so blood flows easily. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis to get or maintain an erection for erectile dysfunction, it better works when you are sexually aroused. While treating pulmonary arterial dysfunction, it relaxes the muscle and opens up the blood vessels in the lungs which decrease blood pressure in the lungs.
Uses of Sildenafil
To treat erectile dysfunction (Impotence) in men, you can take this medication directed by mouth. Take Sildenafil 30 minutes before sexual activity, but no more than 4 hours. Take Sildenafil one tablet a day, don’t overdose it. Consult your doctor if you have certain medical problems. If you are taking sildenafil to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, take this medication 3 times a day with or without food. Take Sildenafil as prescribed by your Doctor and don’t overdose it.
What Precautions should we take while Consuming Sildenafil?
Before taking Sildenafil,
Talk to your doctor about your medical history, Because some medications should not be taken with sildenafil. Talk to your doctor, if you are taking nitrate (chest pain) medications such as isosorbide mononitrate (Monoket), nitroglycerin (Nitromist, Nitro-Dur), or isosorbide dinitrate (Isordil).
Consult your doctor, if you are a woman and want to take sildenafil to treat pulmonary arterial dysfunction. Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are a breastfeeder. Consult you if you are pregnant while taking Sildenafil.
Talk to your doctor if you have any kind of surgery (dental surgery) that you are consuming sildenafil.
Tell your doctor if you have experienced chest pain during sexual activity, Sexual Activity may be a strain on your health if you have a health disease.
Don’t drink Alcohol, or drive, this medication will make you more dizzy or cause vision problems.
Don't take grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking sildenafil, it could be harmful for you.
Side effects of Sildenafil
Consult your doctor if you face any of these symptoms, such as:
Heart Problems
Blood Circulation problems
High or low blood pressure
Face flushing
Bleeding problems
Liver or kidney disease
Lightheadedness or Dizziness
Shortness of breathing
Sudden decrease or loss of hearing
Swelling in the face, eyes, throat, lips, or tongue
Erection is painful or lasts longer than 3-4 hours
Chest pain
Nasal Congestion
Pain in muscles, back, arms or legs
Nosebleeds
Diarrhea
Nausea
Heartburn
Sensitivity to light
Changes in color vision
Rashes or Itching