Back to Medicine Index

Vigorex 50 mg

Tablet

Generic: Sildenafil Citrate

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Therapeutic Class: PDE-5 Inhibitor (for Erectile Dysfunction)

Indications

Erectile dysfunction in adult men.

Pharmacology

Sildenafil inhibits phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE-5), increasing blood flow to the penis in response to sexual stimulation. It has no effect without sexual stimulation.

Dosage & Administration

Adult men: 50 mg about 1 hour before sexual activity; the dose may be adjusted to 25 mg to 100 mg according to response. Not more than once daily; maximum 100 mg per dose. Elderly and patients with hepatic or severe renal impairment: start with 25 mg.

Side Effects

Headache, flushing, indigestion, blocked nose, dizziness and visual disturbances such as a colour tinge or blurred vision.

Precautions & Warnings

To be used only on the prescription of a registered physician, after assessment of the heart and circulation. Seek medical help at once for an erection lasting more than 4 hours or for sudden loss of vision or hearing. Use with caution with alpha-blockers and in deformity of the penis.

Contraindications

Use with nitrates in any form or with riociguat; recent stroke or heart attack; severe hypotension; unstable angina or severe heart failure; severe hepatic impairment; hereditary degenerative disorders of the retina. Not for women or for persons under 18 years.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

Other brands of the same generic