Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Composition of Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Viagra 100 mg Tablet contains Sildenafil citrate equivalent to Sildenafil 100 mg. It belongs to the Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Treatment of erectile dysfunction (impotence) in adult men; helps achieve and maintain an erection during sexual stimulation.

Key benefits

• Improves erectile function
• Helps achieve and maintain erection with sexual stimulation
• Enhances penile blood flow
• Improves sexual performance and confidence

How Viagra 100 mg Tablet works

Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor. It increases cGMP levels in the corpus cavernosum, enhancing nitric oxide–mediated blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. It does not cause an erection without sexual arousal.

How to take Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Oral tablet. Usually taken as needed about 30–60 minutes before sexual activity (can be taken 30 minutes to 4 hours before). Swallow with water; may be taken with or without food, but high-fat meals may delay onset. Do not take more than once in 24 hours; dose as prescribed by a doctor.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may be harmful — seek medical advice immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Viagra are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• flushing
• dizziness
• nasal congestion
• indigestion
• nausea
• visual disturbance (blurred vision/blue tinge)
• back pain
• muscle pain

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only medicine. Do not use with nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide) or riociguat due to dangerous fall in blood pressure. Use with caution in heart disease, recent heart attack/stroke, uncontrolled hypertension/hypotension, severe liver impairment, severe kidney disease, bleeding disorders, peptic ulcer, anatomical deformation of penis, predisposition to priapism (e.g., sickle cell, leukemia, myeloma). Seek urgent help for chest pain, erection lasting >4 hours (priapism), sudden loss of vision or hearing. May cause dizziness—avoid driving if affected.

Do not take Viagra if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will confirm this medicine is suitable for you.

Interactions with other medicines

Nitrates and nitric oxide donors, riociguat, alpha-blockers (e.g., tamsulosin, doxazosin), strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, cobicistat, clarithromycin), CYP3A4 inducers (rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin), other PDE5 inhibitors, antihypertensives (additive BP lowering), grapefruit juice (may increase levels)

How to store Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from moisture and light. Keep in original pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Viagra 100 mg Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and complete the course. Keep your follow-up appointments and any monitoring blood tests.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Urology/Andrology (Erectile dysfunction therapy)

Drug class:

Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor