Drug name
Revatio (sildenafil)
Drug Uses
Revatio is used to relaxe muscles and activate blood circulation in certain areas in the body.
Revatio may also be used for purposes other than those listed in its medication guide.
How Taken
As usual, it is recommended to use Revatio thrice a day with food or without it.
Drug Class and Mechanism
This phosphodiesterase blocker relaxes blood vessels in the lungs. By this way the medication helps to decrease high blood pressure.
Missed Dose
Take this medicine as determined by your doctor. If you omit a dose of Revatio, take it immediately. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up. Then go back to your usual schedule.
Storage
Keep Revatio at room temperature, between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep in a hermetic and light-resistant container. Store it away from light, heat and moisture. Do not store it in the bathroom. Save the drugbeyond the reach of children and away from pets.
Warnings Precautions
You are forbidden to use Revatio simultaneously with nitrate drugs for treating heart or chest problems. These drugs are as the following ones:
isosorbide mononitrate, amyl nitrate/nitrite, nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate.
You should inform your doctor if;
you have allergies to certain drugs;
heart problems/history of heart disorders;
abnormal blood pressure;
retinitis pigmentosa;
penis deformity;
if you are not recommended to have sexual intercourse;
kidney or liver problems;
bleeding/blood cell disorder;
ulcer of stomach.
On condition you suspect you are pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. You should discuss all benefits and risks of taking Revatio during your pregnancy. It is not known whether this drug passes into human breast milk. Stop breast-feeding while using Revatio.
Possible Side Effects
Seek medical attention immediately in case any of these serious side effects take place:
serious allergic reactions (chest tightness; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; rash; hives; difficulty breathing); dizziness/nausea/pain while sexual intercource .
Taking Revatio should be stopped if you have the following side effects:
fast/low heartbeat; swelling of some parts of your body; vision problems; pain in chest area; breath difficulties; painful penis erection; nausea.
In case you experience some other effects, contact your health care provider as soon as possible.
More Information
Revatio should be taken only by those patients for whom it is prescribed. You should not give it to others. If your symptoms become worse and do not improve, contact your doctor. Contact your health care provider in case you have some questions about using this drug.