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following information is a summary about Viagra.
It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
(Sildenafil - ORAL)
USES
This medication is used to treat male sexual
function problems (erection problems).
WHAT
SHOULD MY HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL KNOW BEFORE
I TAKE VIAGRA?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
anatomical deformity of the penis, Peyronie's
disease, or ever had an erection that lasted
more than 4 hours
bleeding disorder
cancer
diabetes
frequent heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux
disease (GERD)
heart disease, angina, high or low blood pressure,
a history of heart attack, or other heart problems
high cholesterol
kidney disease
liver disease
sickle cell disease
stomach or intestinal ulcer
stroke
eye or vision problems, including a rare inherited
eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa
an unusual or allergic reaction to sildenafil,
other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
HOW
TO USE THIS MEDICATION
This drug is taken by mouth as needed between
four hours and one-half hour before sexual
activity (about one hour before is most effective).
Take only as directed, usually once daily
as needed. Sildenafil works along with sexual
stimulation to help achieve an erection.
WHAT
IF I MISS A DOSE?
This does not apply.
SIDE
EFFECTS
Headache, flushing, stomach upset, nasal stuffiness,
diarrhea and dizziness might occur. If these
effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor
promptly.
PRECAUTIONS
Before using this drug, tell your doctor your
medical history, including any allergies (especially
drug allergies), any penis conditions such
as fibrosis/scarring, history of painful/prolonged
erection (priapism), sickle cell anemia, blood
system cancers (such as leukemia or myeloma),
or Peyronie's disease, eye problems (retina
diseases). kidney or liver disease, bleeding
disorders or active stomach ulcers, heart
diseases, stroke or severe high or low blood
pressure. Limit alcohol intake, as it may
aggravate side effects of this drug. To avoid
dizziness and lightheadedness when rising
from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
The elderly may be more sensitive to the side
effects of this drug, therefore, caution is
advised in this group.
WHAT
INTERACTIONS CAN OCCUR WITH VIAGRA?
Do not take sildenafil if you are taking the
following medications:
nitroglycerin-type drugs for the heart or
chest pain such as amyl nitrite, isosorbide
dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, nitroglycerin,
even if these are only taken occasionally
Sildenafil may also interact with the following
medications:
bosentan
certain drugs used for seizures such as carbamazepine,
phenytoin, and phenobarbital
certain drugs used for fungal or yeast infections,
such as fluconazole, ketoconazole, and voriconazole
cimetidine
cisapride
clarithromycin
diltiazem
erythromycin
grapefruit juice
mibefradil
niacin
certain medicines for the treatment of HIV
infection or AIDS
nitroprusside
omeprazole
rifabutin
rifampin
quinidine
quinine
some drugs for treating depression, anxiety
or other mood problems (examples: fluoxetine,
fluvoxamine, nefazodone)
verapamil
Tell your prescriber or health care professional
about all other medicines you are taking, including
non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements,
or herbal products. Also, tell your prescriber
or health care professional if you are a frequent
user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if
you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These
may affect the way your medicine works. Check
with your health care professional before stopping
or starting any of your medicines.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include severe dizziness,
fainting, or prolonged erection.
NOTES
Do not share this medication with others,
since they may have a problem that is not
effectively treated by this drug. Use of Viagra
does not protect against sexually transmitted
diseases (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis B, gonorrhea).
STORAGE
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86
degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light
and moisture. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS
OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
For more information on Viagra,
you can visit http://www.viagra.com/
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