Why is Sildenafil citrate prescribed?
Sildenafil citrate is an oral drug for impotence problem, commonly known as erectile dysfunction, of male. Sildenafil citrate works very fast and it increases the blood flow to the penis which is needed for an erection.
Important fact about Sildenafil citrate
- Sildenafil citrate works only when any male get sexually excited. So normally it does not work in the absence of arousal.
- Take Sildenafil citrate one or two hours before the sex. Always take sildenafil citrate before the sexual activities because it works best at that time.
What to do if you miss a dose of Sildenafil citrate?
-Sildenafil citrate is not recommended to use regularly. Use it only before the sexual activities. So do not be tensed if you miss any dose of Sildenafil citrate.
Storage
- Sildenafil should be stored at room temperature.
Some Side effects of Sildenafil citrate
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Urinary tract infection
- Color tinge
- Nasal congestion
- Vision problem
Caution
If you are a cardiac patient then do not take Sildenafil citrate without consulting your physicians. It is reported stroke, dangerous surges in blood pressure, cardiac problem etc occurred after using Sildenafil citrate. But only cardiac patients suffer from these problems. So do not get tensed.
Who should not take Sildenafil citrate?
Nitrate-based drug taker should not take Sildenafil citrate. Also do not take sildenafil citrate if you are taking nitroglycerin patches, nitroglycerin ointment, nitroglycerin pills, and isosorbide pills because sildenafil citrate reacts with these drugs which can drop your blood pressure. If you are allergic patient or if sildenafil citrate is giving you allergic reactions then do not use it. Women should not use Sildenafil citrate. It is recommended to men only.
Over dosage
Sildenafil citrate doses are 25 mg to 100 mg. Do not take high doses without consulting with your doctor. The normal dose of Sildenafil citrate is 50 mg. Elderly people should take 25 mg tablets. Your physician will regulate the dose if the medicine is not working properly for you. The manufacturers of Sildenafil citrate recommended 1 Sildenafil citrate per day. Take this medicine only before the sexual activities. However, if you have any problem with your dosage or you feel that you need a higher dosage then consult with your doctor.
If you take Sildenafil citrate and develop cardiac symptoms at the time of sexual activities then do not continue it. Dizziness, nausea, chest pain etc are some symptoms of cardiac problem. Consult your doctor about the problem as soon as possible.
Use Sildenafil Citrate with caution if you have any condition which might result in long term erections like anemia or leukemia. Also use this drug cautiously if you have a genital problem. Look for the treatment immediately if any of the above problems occur.
Every medicine has some major or minor side effects. Sildenafil citrates have some minor side effects. But only 10% of the sildenafil takers suffer from side effects. So if you feel uncomfortable taking sildenafil then stop it immediately and consult with your physician.
