Viagra

Uses:
Viagra is used to treat male sexual function problems (erection problems).

Precautions:
Before using Viagra, tell your doctor your medical history, including any allergies (especially drug allergies), any penis conditions such as fibrosis/scarring, history of painful/prolonged erection (priapism), sickle cell anemia, blood system cancers (such as leukemia or myeloma), or Peyronie's disease, eye problems (retina diseases), kidney or liver disease, bleeding disorders or active stomach ulcers, heart diseases, stroke or severe high or low blood pressure. Limiting alcohol use is advised as it may aggravate side effects of this drug and interfere with the drug's effectiveness. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness, you should rise slowly from a seated or prone position. The elderly may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug; therefore, caution is advised in this group.

How to take this medication:
This drug is taken by mouth, as needed, between four hours and one-half hour before sexual activity. Studies have shown that one hour prior to sexual activity is the most effective. Take only as directed, Sildenafil works along with sexual stimulation to help achieve an erection.

Side effects:
Headache, flushing, stomach upset, nasal stuffiness, diarrhea and dizziness may be possible side effects. If these effects persist or worsen, you should notify your doctor immediately.

Drug interactions:
When filling out our questionnaire for your medical consultation, please tell our physician of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially any nitrate medications (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate), nitroprusside (any "nitric oxide donor" medicines), cimetidine, erythromycin, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), mibefradil, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin) or high blood pressure medicines.

Storage:
Store your prescription at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep Viagra and all medications out of the reach of children.