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BRAND NAMES:
Revatio, Viagra, Viagra, Revatio
Generic Names:
Sildenafil Citrate
Uses:
Treats pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs)., Treats erectile dysfunction. Also treats pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs).
Therapeutic Classes:
Antihypertensive, Peripheral Vasodilator, Erectile Dysfunction Agent, Vasodilator
Forms:
Injectable, Tablet, Liquid
How it’s taken:
By mouth, By injection
What form(s) does Revatio come in
Injectable
Tablet
Liquid
What are common Revatio doses?
Tablet 20MG
Bottle 112ML of 10MG/ML
Common Revatio prescriptions
Revatio
112ml of 10mg/ml bottleRevatio
20mg tablet
How to take Revatio
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
For erectile dysfunction: Take this medicine about 1 hour before you have sex. Do not take it more than once a day. Always allow at least 24 hours between doses.
For pulmonary arterial hypertension: Take this medicine 3 times a day, 4 to 6 hours apart.If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Oral liquid: Shake the bottle well for at least 10 seconds. Use the oral syringe provided in the package to measure each dose. Wash the syringe after each use.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Throw away any unused mixed oral liquid after 60 days.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
For pulmonary arterial hypertension: Take this medicine 3 times a day, 4 to 6 hours apart.If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
For erectile dysfunction: Take this medicine about 1 hour before you have sex. Do not take it more than once a day. Always allow at least 24 hours between doses.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Oral liquid: Shake the bottle well for at least 10 seconds. Use the oral syringe provided in the package to measure each dose. Wash the syringe after each use.
Throw away any unused mixed oral liquid after 60 days.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Revatio contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to sildenafil.
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to sildenafil.
Revatio warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, pulmonary veno-occlusive disease, diabetes, bleeding problems, leukemia, multiple myeloma, sickle cell anemia, a stomach ulcer, or eye problems. Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, heart failure, high cholesterol, or high or low blood pressure. Also tell your doctor if you smoke.
Tell any doctor who treats you that you take sildenafil.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Low blood pressure (especially if taken with other medicines that lower blood pressure)Heart problemsPainful or prolonged erectionVision or hearing problems
Lightheadedness, fainting
Painful erection or an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours
Sudden loss of vision
Sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in the ears, dizziness
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, pulmonary veno-occlusive disease, diabetes, bleeding problems, leukemia, multiple myeloma, sickle cell anemia, a stomach ulcer, or eye problems. Tell your doctor if you have angina or chest pain during sex, heart disease, heart rhythm problems, high or low blood pressure, or a history of heart attack or stroke. Also tell your doctor if you smoke.
Tell any doctor who treats you that you take sildenafil.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Low blood pressure (especially if taken with other medicines that lower blood pressure)Heart problemsPainful or prolonged erectionVision or hearing problems
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Painful erection or an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours
Sudden loss of vision
Sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in the ears, dizziness
Revatio interactions
Do not use this medicine if you also use riociguat or a nitrate medicine. Do not take other medicines that contain sildenafil or similar medicines, such as tadalafil or vardenafil.
Some medicines can affect how sildenafil works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: Amlodipine, atazanavir, bosentan, cimetidine, erythromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, rifampin, ritonavir, saquinavirMedicine for prostate problems or high blood pressure (including alfuzosin, doxazosin, prazosin, silodosin, tamsulosin, terazosin)
This medicine may cause the following problems: Low blood pressure (especially if taken with other medicines that lower blood pressure)Heart problemsPainful or prolonged erectionVision or hearing problems
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Do not use this medicine if you also use riociguat or a nitrate medicine. Do not take other medicines that contain sildenafil or similar medicines, such as tadalafil or vardenafil.
Some medicines can affect how sildenafil works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: Amlodipine, bosentan, doxazosin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, ritonavirMedicine for high blood pressure
This medicine may cause the following problems: Low blood pressure (especially if taken with other medicines that lower blood pressure)Heart problemsPainful or prolonged erectionVision or hearing problems
Revatio side effects
Serious Side Effects
Sudden loss of vision
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain, trouble breathing, sudden or severe headache
Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Lightheadedness, fainting
Painful erection or an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours
Sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in the ears, dizziness
Sudden loss of vision
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain, trouble breathing, sudden or severe headache
Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Lightheadedness, fainting
Painful erection or an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours
Sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in the ears, dizziness
Less Serious Side Effects
Stuffy or runny nose
Headache
Upset stomach
Nosebleeds
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
Upset stomach
Headache
Stuffy or runny nose
Nosebleeds
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest