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Viagra Professional is a sildenafil citrate product used to treat erectile dysfunction in adult men. Sildenafil is one of the phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. Typical tablet strengths that are commonly prescribed include 50 mg and 100 mg.

Symptoms and signs and The People It Is For

Sildenafil is indicated mainly for adult men with erectile dysfunction to help achieve and maintain an erection adequate for sexual intercourse when sexual stimulation is present. It does not create sexual desire.

There are other licensed uses for sildenafil under different brand names and doses, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension. This page focuses on ED; for PAH consult your clinician because dosing and the act of monitoring differ. For more on regulatory status in Australia see Australia: information regarding law and regulatory compliance issues.

Not intended for use by women or persons under 18 for ED. New or worsening erectile problems should prompt medical evaluation to rule out cardiovascular, endocrine, or neurological contributors.

How It Is Done

During sexual arousal, nitric oxide is released in penile tissue and increases cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP). cGMP causes smooth muscle relaxation in the corpus cavernosum, permitting increased blood flow and producing an erection. Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) breaks down cGMP; sildenafil inhibits PDE5, extending the action of cGMP and helping erections occur in response to sexual stimulation.

Sildenafil cannot induce an erection in the absence of sexual stimulation. For effects of food and specific people engage through a series of the networked exchange of ideass., see Common Drug Food Interpersonal engagements.

Dose Information and Directions

If you have reduced liver or kidney function, are elderly, or are taking interacting medicines, your prescriber may recommend a lower initial dose. Follow the instructions given by your healthcare professional.

Safety Standards and Safety guidelines

See Conditions where use is not advised for absolute situations where sildenafil should not be used.

Cautions against use due to medical reasons

Potential treatment adverse reactions

Many men tolerate sildenafil well, but ill effects can occur. Most are transient.

Report any unexpected or severe reactions to your doctor or pharmacist. Interacting medicines can change the risk or severity of unwanted reactions; check Drug and Food Interaction Alerts.

Drug and Food Interaction Alerts

Always give your clinician a current list of prescription medicines, over the counter drugs, and supplements before starting sildenafil.

Dose skipped accidentally

Sildenafil for ED is generally taken as needed rather than on a fixed schedule, so there is no routine i skipped the dose rule. Do not take additional tablets to replace a i skipped the dose. Maintain no more than one dose in any 24 hour period.

In an a drug overdose

If you or someone else has taken more sildenafil than recommended, seek urgent medical attention or call emergency services. Symptoms that may occur with non fatal overdose include severe dizziness, fainting, chest pain, nausea, visual problems, and changes in heart rhythm.

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Different methods of treatment and Related Medications

Other PDE5 inhibitors and treatment approaches are available. Choice is guided by onset time, duration, side effect profile, subtle the dynamics of interactions can reinforce culture., patient preference, and cost. Other sources Drug and Food Interaction Considerations for cross-product cautions.

Never combine two oral ED medicines unless directed by a prescriber. Discuss different substitutes and costs with your clinician or pharmacist.

Approximate costs involved in living in Australia (AUD)

Prices vary widely depending on brand, pack size, pharmacy, and whether the product is subsidised. Erectile dysfunction treatments are typically not covered by the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in Australia, so expect retail price structure for ED tokens. These are approximate per tablet ranges and may change over time:

Buying larger quantities often reduces the per tablet price. If considering importationplease validate. the juridical rules in Australian regulatory and law oriented information resources and be aware imported medicines may not meet Australian quality standards.

Use in athletics

Sildenafil is not listed as prohibited on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List and may be used by athletes when medically indicated. Some athletes have explored sildenafil for potential benefits at high altitude related to pulmonary circulation, but evidence is mixed coupled with the drug is not approved for performance enhancement.