Description
Use and action
- Treatment: Erectile dysfunction (difficulty getting or keeping an erection).
- Mechanism: Increases blood flow to the penis during sexual arousal, making an erection easier.
- Stimulation: Sexual stimulation is needed for the medicine to work.
Dosage and administration
- Dosage: 100 mg is the maximum dose; the usual dose is 50 mg, adjusted by a doctor.
- Frequency: Do not take more than once a day.
- When to take it: About 1 hour before sexual activity, up to 4 hours before.
- With food: A fatty meal may slow down its effect.
- Alcohol: Drink in moderation, as it can reduce effectiveness and increase side effects (dizziness, headache).
Important precautions
- Medical prescription: Mandatory; a consultation is needed to assess the risks.
- Contraindications: Do not use with nitrate-based medicines (for the heart).
- Side effects: May include headache, vision problems, nosebleeds, etc.
- Consultation: If the treatment does not work or if you have adverse effects, consult your doctor.
