Viagras how to use || Sildenafil for ED || Erectile Dysfunction Treatment / Sildenafil side effects, contraindications / Erectile dysfunction
0:00 Introduction
0:20 What is Sildenafil
0:42 How to use Sildenafil
1:20 Viagra side effects and how to manage
1:42 What is priapism
2:00 How to treat priapism
2:58 Drug interaction with sildenafil
3:26 When to avoid taking viagra
Is Sildenafil same as Viagra?
Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor which is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. It is also commonly known under the brand name Viagra.
What is sildenafil used for?
Sildenafil works by increasing blood flow into the spongy erectile tissue of the penis that consequently allows it to grow in size and become erect and rigid. Thus, it helps in treating erectile dysfunction.
Can you take Sildenafil everyday?
First and foremost thing, consult your doctor before taking this medicine because there is rare but severe side-effects and drug interaction with other medicines.
To treat erectile dysfunction-ED, take this drug by mouth as directed by your doctor.
How long does Sildenafil last for?
Take sildenafil at least 30 minutes, but no more than 4 hours, before sexual activity. 1 hour before is the most effective. But remember, do not take more than once daily.
How can you make Sildenafil work better?
A high fat meal can delay the action of the medicine. So, take light meal while you are planning to take sildenafil.
Sildenafil side-effects:
Do not take this medication without doctor’s prescription especially when you are taking medicine for heart disease. Taking sildenafil with nitrate medicine can suddenly and severely decrease your blood pressure.
When to take sildenafil fro best results?
It is usually taken 30 minutes to 1 hour before sexual activity
There are many side-effects like chest pain, blood pressure changes, stomach ulcer, liver or kidney problems.
How much alcohol can you drink with Sildenafil?
If you are a heavy drinker then you should make a note of this point:
If you like a glass of wine or any alcoholic bev then there shouldn’t be any problem. But drinking more than that after taking Viagra could hamper your activity.
Moderate to heavy drinking can make it harder for you to get an erection. Also, Viagra can lower blood pressure. Combining it with alcohol can increase this effect.
Can you take Viagra with any other medication?
If you are also taking an alpha blocker medication (such as doxazosin, tamsulosin) to treat an enlarged prostate or high blood pressure, your blood pressure may get too low which can lead to dizziness or fainting.
Some other anti fungal, antibiotic and antiviral medications can also interact with sildenafil. So consult your doctor before taking sildenafil if you are already on other medicines.
What should you avoid when taking Sildenafil?
If you have a previous history of allergy by taking this medicine then you should not take it again.
If you have a history of painful erection then strictly avoid this medicine
There are other conditions where you should avoid this medicine like
multiple myeloma
leukemia
sickle cell anemia
pigmentary retinopathy
hearing loss
significant uncontrolled high blood pressure
a heart attack
a sudden worsening of heart related chest pain which is called angina
narrowing of the aortic heart valve
hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
life-threatening irregular heart rhythm
chronic heart failure
a stroke
low blood pressure
liver problems
severe renal impairment
Peyronie's disease and many other conditions.
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