Sildenafil Citrate Generic

Prescription Medication Information

This page provides product information for Sildenafil Citrate Generic 100 mg tablets. Sildenafil Citrate is the generic equivalent of the brand-name ED medication Viagra and belongs to the PDE-5 inhibitor class of medications. The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice.

Critical Safety Notice

This is a prescription medication. It is not available over-the-counter. A licensed healthcare provider must evaluate your medical history, current health status, and cardiovascular health to determine if Sildenafil Citrate is appropriate for you. Do not use this medication without a valid prescription.

Accessible and Reasonably Priced ED Treatment

Youll be happy to hear that sildenafil citrate is quite accessible and reasonably priced if youre interested in giving it a try to enhance your sexual experience. As a generic medication, it offers the same active ingredient and therapeutic effect as the brand-name version at a fraction of the cost, making effective ED treatment available to more men.

Cost-Effective Dosing Flexibility

The 100 mg strength offers excellent value and dosing flexibility:

• 100mg pill = 4 doses of 25mg: When prescribed and instructed by your healthcare provider, one 100 mg tablet can be split into quarters to provide four 25 mg doses.
• 100mg pill = 2 doses of 50mg: Alternatively, splitting one 100 mg tablet in half provides two 50 mg doses.

This flexibility allows for dose titration and cost savings, as a single prescription can last longer depending on your prescribed dose. Always follow your healthcare providers specific instructions regarding tablet splitting.

Product Features

• Generic Equivalent of Viagra: Contains the exact same active ingredient (Sildenafil Citrate) as the brand-name medication
• PDE-5 Inhibitor Class: Proven safe and effective for treating erectile dysfunction
• 100 mg Strength: Highest available strength offering maximum dosing flexibility
• Cost-Effective: Significantly more affordable than brand-name alternatives
• Accessible Treatment: Widely available at pharmacies with a valid prescription

How Sildenafil Citrate Works

Sildenafil Citrate is a PDE-5 inhibitor that works by:

• Blocking the enzyme phosphodiesterase type 5
• Allowing cyclic GMP (cGMP) to accumulate
• Relaxing smooth muscles and dilating blood vessels in the penis
• Increasing blood flow to facilitate an erection when combined with sexual stimulation

Without sexual stimulation, the medication does not produce an erection.

How to Take Sildenafil Citrate

• Timing: Take approximately 30-60 minutes before anticipated sexual activity
• Onset: May work faster on an empty stomach high-fat meals may delay absorption
• Duration: Effective for 4-6 hours
• Frequency: Maximum once per day
• Administration: Swallow tablet whole with water if splitting, follow providers instructions

Tablet Splitting Guidelines

If your healthcare provider approves tablet splitting:

• Use a pill splitter for accurate, even halves or quarters
• Split only as many tablets as you will use immediately
• Store split tablets in a clean, dry container
• Do not split tablets that are not scored or designed for splitting
• Always follow your healthcare providers specific instructions

Important Safety Information

• Absolute Contraindication: DO NOT TAKE with nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide) or guanylate cyclase stimulators (e.g., riociguat). This combination can cause a sudden, dangerous drop in blood pressure.
• Cardiovascular Considerations: Sexual activity may pose a risk for men with heart conditions. Inform your doctor of any history of heart attack, stroke, arrhythmia, or uncontrolled blood pressure.
• Common Side Effects: May include headache, flushing, nasal congestion, indigestion, dizziness, and visual changes (blurred vision, sensitivity to light, blue-tinted vision).
• Serious Side Effects: A painful erection lasting more than 4 hours (priapism) or sudden vision/hearing loss require immediate medical attention.
• Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor of all medications, especially alpha-blockers (for prostate or blood pressure), HIV protease inhibitors, and certain antibiotics or antifungals (CYP3A4 inhibitors).
• Alcohol: Excessive alcohol consumption can increase the risk of side effects and may impair the ability to achieve an erection.
• Not For Everyone: Not for use by women, children, or men for whom sexual activity is inadvisable.

Dosing Recommendations

The recommended starting dose for most men is 50 mg. Based on effectiveness and tolerability, your healthcare provider may adjust your dose:

• 25 mg: For men who experience side effects at higher doses, are elderly, or have certain medical conditions
• 50 mg: Standard starting dose for most men
• 100 mg: Maximum recommended dose for men who tolerate the medication well and need higher efficacy

With the 100 mg tablet, you have the flexibility to dose at 25 mg, 50 mg, or 100 mg as prescribed, making it an economical choice.