Sildenafil (Sildenafil)
Overview of Sildenafil
Sildenafil is a selective inhibitor of phosphodiesterase.It is develop in 1991 as a treatment for angina.Now it is marketed under the name of VIAGRA for the treatment of impotence since 1998.
Indication of Sildenafil
Sildenafil is primarily indicated in conditions like Angina pectoris, Erectile dysfunction, Hypertension, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Oesophageal motility disorders, Priapism, Pulmonary hypertension, Raynaud`s phenomenon.
Contraindication of Sildenafil
Sildenafil is contraindicated in conditions like Myocardial infarction,Peptic ulcer,Congestive heart failure,Hypotension,Unstable angina,Renal impairment,Hepatic impairment,Coagulation disorder,Retinal damage,Stroke,Arrhythmias.
Side Effects of Sildenafil
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Sildenafil, which give rise to further complications include Hypotension, Ventricular arrhythmia.,Sildenafil produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Myocardial infarction, Sudden death, Stroke. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Sildenafil therapy.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Sildenafil include Diarrhea, Gastritis, Dyspepsia.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Sildenafil are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Flushing, Sneezing, Nasal congestion, Photophobia, Vison disturbance, Pulse irregularities.
Precautions of Sildenafil
If prolong erection and hypersensitivity to the drug develops consult your doctor.Do not use other impotence therapy agent with sildenafil.