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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:40 PM IST
Viagra 50 mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in adult men. Additionally, it may also be used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) in adults to improve the ability to exercise and to slow down clinical worsening. It contains Sildenafil, which works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. Thus, it helps treat erectile dysfunction. It relaxes blood vessels, increases the blood supply to the lungs and reduces the workload of the heart. Thereby, helps to treat pulmonary hypertension. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, indigestion and stomach upset. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

SILDENAFIL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Pfizer Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Viagra 50 mg Tablet

Viagra 50 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type-5 (PDE 5) inhibitors primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in adult men. Additionally, Viagra 50 mg Tablet may also be used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) in adults to improve the ability to exercise and to slow down clinical worsening.
 
Viagra 50 mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. Thus, Viagra 50 mg Tablet helps treat erectile dysfunction. Viagra 50 mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels, increases the blood supply to the lungs and reduces the workload of the heart. Thereby, treating pulmonary hypertension.
 
You are advised to take Viagra 50 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Viagra 50 mg Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, indigestion and stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Do not take Viagra 50 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of the components or if you are taking nitrate medicines or riociguat (a drug used to treat pulmonary hypertension). Viagra 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Consult your doctor if you experience hearing or visual impairment. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may impair your ability to get an erection. Taking Viagra 50 mg Tablet after a heavy meal might take longer time for the medicine to work; therefore you are advised to take Viagra 50 mg Tablet with light meals.

Uses of Viagra 50 mg Tablet

Treatment of Erectile dysfunction (impotence) and pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Medicinal Benefits

Viagra 50 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type-5 (PDE 5) inhibitors, primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in adult men and pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) in adults to improve the ability to exercise and to slow down clinical worsening. Viagra 50 mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. However, Viagra 50 mg Tablet helps the person to get an erection only if he is sexually stimulated. Viagra 50 mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels, increases the blood supply to the lungs and reduces the workload of the heart. Thereby treating pulmonary hypertension.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water as a whole. Do not crush, break or chew the tablet. Syrup/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose using the measuring cup provided by the pack.Powder for oral suspension: Check the label for directions before use. Add the prescribed quantity of water to the powder, close the cap and shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Take the prescribed dose using the dosing syringe.Sachet: Open the sachet and consume the entire contents.Orally disintegrating strip: Keep the strip in the mouth and allow it to disintegrate. Do not swallow as a whole. Avoid handling the strip with wet hands.Jelly: Place the jelly in the mouth or under the tongue and allow it to dissolve.Effervescent tablets: Check the label for directions and take it as advised by the doctor. Dissolve the effervescent tablet in half a glass of water and consume the solution immediately.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Viagra 50 mg Tablet

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach upset

Drug Warnings

Do not take Viagra 50 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of the components, if you are taking medicines called nitrates which are used to treat angina or chest pain, or guanylate cyclase stimulator medicines (used to treat heart failure and PAH). Inform your doctor if you have/had heart problems such as angina, heart attack, irregular heartbeat, or heart failure, blood circulation problems, low blood pressure, eye or ear problems, sickle cell anaemia (an abnormality of red blood cells), multiple myeloma (cancer of bone marrow), leukaemia (cancer of blood cells), stomach ulcer, bleeding problems, problems with the shape of the penis or Peyronie's disease (a condition that causes painful erections).

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Viagra 50 mg Tablet may interact with nitrate medicines (nitroglycerin), guanylate cyclase stimulator (riociguat), protease inhibitors (ritonavir), anti-fungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole), alpha-blockers/anti-hypertensive medicines.

Drug-Food Interactions: Consuming Viagra 50 mg Tablet after a heavy meal might take longer for the medicine to work; therefore, you are advised to take Viagra 50 mg Tablet with light meals. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may temporarily impair your ability to get an erection.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have/had heart problems, blood circulation problems, stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, penis deformity or Peyronie's disease (a condition that causes painful erections).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NITROGLYCERIN
  • RIOCIGUAT
  • RITONAVIR
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintaining a healthy weight, eating balanced diet and regular exercising may help you manage erectile dysfunction.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may temporarily impair your ability to get an erection.

  • Avoid usage of tobacco.

  • Share intimate time with your partner.

Special Advise

  • Do not take Viagra 50 mg Tablet more than once in a day if prescribed for erectile dysfunction. 

  • Talk to your doctor if the erection persists for greater than four hours after the sexual intercourse.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Erectile dysfunction: It is the inability to keep a hard and erect penis suitable for sexual intercourse. It could be a sign of physical or psychological conditions such as fear of sexual failure, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or stress. Certain health-related factors such as smoking, drinking, being overweight, being physically inactive, and high blood pressure also contribute to erectile dysfunction. Symptoms of erectile dysfunction include difficulty in getting an erection, difficulty in maintaining the erection during intercourse and decreased sexual desire. 

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH): High blood pressure affects the arteries in the lungs and heart, leading to pulmonary arterial hypertension. It occurs due to narrowed or blocked blood vessels which increases the workload on the heart. Symptoms include chest pain, dizziness, fatigue, and swelling in the legs and ankles.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are advised not to consume alcohol as it might temporarily impair your ability to get an erection.

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Pregnancy

Caution

For erectile dysfunction: Viagra 50 mg Tablet is not indicated for the treatment of sexual problems in women.For pulmonary arterial hypertension: Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

For erectile dysfunction: Viagra 50 mg Tablet is not indicated for the treatment of sexual problems in women.For pulmonary arterial hypertension: Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Viagra 50 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and blurred vision, therefore you are advised to drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Viagra 50 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.

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Kidney

Caution

Viagra 50 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.

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Children

Unsafe

Viagra 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for children under the age of 18.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, ‘G’ Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai – 400051
Other Info - VIA0025

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FAQs

Viagra 50 mg Tablet is primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in adult men. Additionally, Viagra 50 mg Tablet may sometimes be used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) in adults to improve the ability to exercise and to slow down clinical worsening.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited.
No, do not take Viagra 50 mg Tablet with nitrates. Taking Viagra 50 mg Tablet with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain such as nitrates/nitroglycerin may cause severe lowering of blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you have a history of heart attack/stroke.
Caution is advised if Viagra 50 mg Tablet is taken with alpha-blockers or blood-pressure-lowering medicines. Viagra 50 mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels; this causes a decrease in blood pressure. Therefore, if Viagra 50 mg Tablet is taken along with blood-pressure-lowering medicines it might cause further lowering in blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you are taking alpha-blockers or anti-hypertensives.
In some cases, Viagra 50 mg Tablet may cause sudden vision loss in one or both eyes. Stop taking Viagra 50 mg Tablet and consult your doctor immediately if you experience a sudden decrease or loss of vision.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet may cause low blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking; instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
You can take Viagra 50 mg Tablet with or without food. However, if you take sildenafil with a high-fat meal, it will take longer for the medication to start to work. therefore, you are advised to take Viagra 50 mg Tablet with light meals.
Never take 2 doses at the same time. It could lead to severe adverse events.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet is only available with a prescription.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet has been demonstrated to be effective in treating premature ejaculation (PE). However, it should be taken only if prescribed by the doctor.
It is not always the best choice to use long term. It's possible to develop long-term side effects from sildenafil treatment. Seek medical attention if you have any concerns regarding this.
The combination of nitrates with sildenafil is contraindicated. This combination must be avoided as it can produce significant hypotension and is potentially fatal.
Sildenafil's vasodilating action affects both the arteries and the veins, causing small decreases in systolic and diastolic blood pressures. However, clinically significant hypotension is rare.
Most men aged 18 and over can take Viagra 50 mg Tablet for erectile dysfunction.
There's no clear evidence to suggest that taking sildenafil reduces fertility in either women or men. Speak to your doctor before taking it if you're trying to get pregnant.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet has no acute effects on the male fertility profile.
While Viagra 50 mg Tablet may increase blood flow to the penis, it doesn't raise blood pressure.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for erectile dysfunction in men with diabetes if prescribed by the doctor.
You can take Viagra 50 mg Tablet, an erectile dysfunction medication, every day, up to the maximum recommended dosage of 100mg.
Take Viagra 50 mg Tablet as needed before engaging in sexual activity. The optimal time to take sildenafil is around an hour before sexual activity, however it can be taken anytime between 4 hours and 30 minutes before. Sildenafil should not be taken more than once every 24 hours.
Yes, you can consume alcohol while taking Viagra 50 mg Tablet. However, drinking excessively can make it more difficult to achieve an erection. If you're taking sildenafil to treat erectile dysfunction, don't consume too much alcohol before taking it.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, speak to your healthcare professional before taking sildenafil.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet should never be used in children for erectile dysfunction. In general, sildenafil should not be used for pulmonary arterial hypertension in children, especially for chronic use.
If you experience a prolonged or painful erection for 4 hours or more, contact your doctor immediately.
In some cases, it may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, indigestion and stomach upset.
Viagra 50 mg Tablet treats erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. This increased blood flow can cause an erection.
Take Viagra 50 mg Tablet as needed before sexual activity. The best time to take sildenafil is about 1 hour before sexual activity. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water as a whole. Do not crush, break or chew the tablet.

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