VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) is prescribed by the physicians for the male patients with erectile dysfunctions and Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH). VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) inhibits the enzyme Cyclic Guanosine Mono Phosphate (cGMP) specific 5-Phospho-Di-Esterase (5-PDE) that degrades the enzyme cGMP leads to increased blood flow in the penis by the smooth muscle relaxation. VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) relaxes the smooth muscles of arterial wall, thereby decrease the pulmonary arterial tension and facilitates the blood influx. By this pharmacological property VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) is useful in the Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH). VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) is also useful in the treatment of altitude sickness, a common condition in the mountain climbers. VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) can increase the exercise capacity in men and women and it is often used illegally as a recreational and muscle building drug by the athletes.
Who should not take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate)?
VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) should not be taken by patients with congestive heart failure, high or low blood pressure, stroke, rthymic problems, coronary artery diseases, high cholesterol, pre-existing disorders, familial or personal history of any type of heart diseases, blood disorders like sickle cell anaemia, bleeding disorders like haemophilia, leukaemia and multiple myeloma like blood dyscrasias, cardiovascular patients having the medical advice to refrain from sexual activities, severe renal impairment, decreased liver functions, Hereditary degenerative retinal disorders which includes the genetic disorders of retinal Phosphodiesterase, gastric and duodenal ulcers that have the tendency of abnormal bleeding and the patients with Penile anatomical abnormality like the Peyronie’s Disease and the elderly patients. You should not take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate), if you are taking drugs like nitrates like Isosorbate mononitrates for the heart diseases, nitro-glycerine, protease inhibitors like Anti-HIV drugs, calcium channel blockers like Dilitiazem, anti-tubercular drugs like Rifampicin and Isoniazid (INH), Cimetidine, recreational drugs like the amyl nitrates often called as poppers, diclofenac, quinidine like drugs, Ketoconazole and antibiotics like Clarithromycin and erythromycin. You should not take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate), if you taking other drugs for the treatment of male impotence. According to Food and Drug Administration (FDA), VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) is classified as a Pregnancy Category B and it is unknown whether VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) can harm the unborn baby. If you are allergic to VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate), you should not take it with out consulting the Physician.
VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) Side Effects:
VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) may cause sudden loss of vision, chest pain radiating to the extremities, abnormally paced heart beat, tinnitus, priaprism (prolonged penile erection for more than 4 hours), arrthymia, cardiomyopathy, cerebral thrombosis, dyspnoea and fainting. Other less serious side effects are stomach upset, dry mouth, stomatitis, dermatitis, back pain, urinary tract infections, hives, urticaria, stuffy nose, facial flushing, dyspepsia, cystitis, nocturia, hypoglycaemia, hyperuricemia, asthenia, light headedness, ataxia, gingivitis, arthritis and psychological problems including memory loss. However, many of the symptoms may vary from person to person.
How should I take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate)?
The recommended oral dosage for the VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) is 50 mg daily. Based on the tolerance and symptoms, VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) can be increased to 100 mg or decreased to 25 mg by the healthcare provider. However, the daily dosage should not exceed more than 100 mg. The following instruction should be followed to take the VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) – 20 mg delayed release (Once Daily): (1) Take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) Take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks 4) Swallow VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) as a whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water. 3) Take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) at least 30 minutes to 4 hours before the sexual intercourse to achieve a better erection.
Keep taking VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. To treat your disease or keep you away from getting these symptoms, you have to take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) as often and in the way VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) as prescribed by your Physician.
What is the important information I should know about VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate)?
Take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
You can take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) anytime disregard of food intake.
You should take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) at least 30 minutes to 4 hours before the sexual intercourse.
For VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
You should not take high-fat meal before taking VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate), because high-fat meal can decrease the drug absorption.
During sexual activity, if you experience any abnormal symptoms including chest pain and tingling, call your doctor right away.
If you experience any vision problems seek medical advice right away.
It is important to take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
To achieve complete erection, sexual stimulation is necessary. Since VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) never cause erection by itself.
Do not stop taking VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Store VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) away from the reach of the children and pets.
Never self-medicate VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) by your own with out Physician’s advice.
What happens if I miss a dose of VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate)?
Take the missed dose of VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose of VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate)?
If you experience unusual symptoms like arrthymia, chest pain, light-headedness and fainting, it may be a symptom of VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) overdose. Try to seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate)?
VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for VIAGRA (Sildenafil Citrate) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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