Sildenafil (Generic Viagra)

What is Sildenafil Citrate?

Sildenafil Citrate is full name of the active ingredient in the original erectile dysfunction medication Viagra. Sildenafil tablets work by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis which increases blood flow when sexually stimulated. 

How do you take Sildenafil Citrate?

Always take Sildenafil Citrate exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has prescribed. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if unsure. 
 
You should take Sildenafil about one hour before you plan to have sex. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. 
 
If you feel the effect of Sildenafil is too strong or too weak, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 

Side effects of Sildenafil Citrate?

As with any form of medication, Sildenafil treatment has side effects. For a full list of side effects, please read the Patient Information Leaflet of Sildenafil Citrate.  Below are a few of the common side effects of taking Sildenafil: 

• Headache 
• Nausea 
• Facial flushing 
• Hot flush 

• Indigestion 
• Vision color tinge 
• Blurred vision 
• Dizziness 

For a full list of side effects, please read the Patient Information Leaflet of Sildenafil. 

Interactions between Sildenafil Citrate tablets with alcohol and food?

It is not recommended to consume alcohol when you take Sildenafil as it can exacerbate some of the side effects such as headaches, skin flushing, and dizziness.  

Products containing grapefruit will interfere with the effectiveness of Sildenafil Citrate.  

Any interactions of Sildenafil Citrate tablets with other drugs?

You should not take Sildenafil Citrate tablets if you are on the following courses of treatment 

• Anything containing nitrates 
• Anything containing nitric oxide donors 

Is there any reason why I would not be able to take Sildenafil Citrate tablets?

You can NOT take Sildenafil if you:
 

• Are allergic to any of the ingredients  

• Have a severe heart or liver problem 
• Have recently had a stroke or heart attack 
• Have low blood pressure 
• Have rare inherited eye diseases 
• Have ever lost vision to non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION) 

Why should I take Sildenafil Citrate tablets?

Sildenafil, being the active ingredient in Viagra has reportedly is successful for 74% of men who try Sildenafil/Viagra. Sildenafil can help you to get or maintain an erection and has changed the lives of millions of men.  By having a healthy sex life, you also reduce the chances of more serious problems, such as depression. 

What is the difference between Sildenafil Citrate and Viagra?

Sildenafil is the active ingredient of the branded medication called Viagra. The two work exactly the same but Viagra is much more expensive because of the brand name. Since Viagra has come off patent, it has become possible for other manufacturers to produce generic versions of the active ingredient sildenafil.  

An example of this can be seen with over-the-counter pain killers such as paracetamol. The brands are much more expensive but function in exactly the same way.