Sildenafil : How to Use

Sildenafil - Systemic

Brand Names

Viagra Sildenafil *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Special patient directions come with sildenafil Read the directions carefully before using the drug .

This drug usually begins to work within 30 minutes after taking it. It continues to work for up to 4 hours, although its action is usually less after 2 hours.

Dosage

The dose of sildenafil will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of sildenafil If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

For oral dosage form - tablets:
- For treat of erectile dysfunction:
  - Adults up to 65 years of age 50 mg as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Alternatively, the drug may be taken 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse. If needed, your family doctor may increase your daily dose to 100 mg or decrease your daily dose to 25 mg.
  - Adults 65 years of age and older 25 mg as a single dose no more than once a day, 1 hour before sexual intercourse. Alternatively, the drug may be taken 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse. If needed, your family doctor may increase your daily dose.
  - If you are taking protease inhibitors, such as for the treat of HIV, your family doctor may recommend a 25 mg dose and may limit you to a maximum single dose of 25 mg of Viagra in a 48 hour period

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Keep the drug from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.