Sildenafil Soft Tabs are an advanced formulation of sildenafil citrate featuring:
- Faster absorption (15-20 minutes) compared to regular tablets
- Enhanced bioavailability (lower doses required)
- Convenient sublingual administration
Therapeutic Uses:
- Primary: Treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED)
- Secondary: Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)
Dosage & Administration
Standard Protocol:
- Starting dose: 50mg taken 30-45 minutes before sexual activity
- Dose range: 25-100mg based on individual response
- Maximum frequency: Once per 24-hour period
Key Features:
- Onset: Typically within 15-20 minutes
- Duration: 4-6 hour effectiveness window
- May be halved for some patients (25mg dose)
Administration Notes:
- Place tablet under tongue for rapid absorption
- Avoid high-fat meals (may delay effect)
- Grapefruit products contraindicated
Important Safety Information
Absolute Contraindications:
- Nitrate therapy (including recreational "poppers")
- Concurrent PDE5 inhibitor use
- Hypersensitivity to sildenafil
- Retinitis pigmentosa
- Severe cardiovascular disease
Special Precautions:
- Cardiovascular evaluation recommended
- Caution required in patients with:
- Anatomical penile abnormalities
- Conditions predisposing to priapism
- Hepatic/renal impairment
- Hypotension (<90/50 mmHg)
- Elderly patients (increased sensitivity)
Potential Adverse Effects
Common (≥1% incidence):
- Headache (16%)
- Flushing (10%)
- Dyspepsia (7%)
- Nasal congestion (4%)
- Visual disturbances (3%)
Serious (require immediate attention):
- Priapism (>4 hours)
- Sudden vision/hearing loss
- Cardiovascular events
- Severe hypotension
- Allergic reactions
Drug Interactions
Contraindicated Combinations:
- All nitrate preparations
- Other ED medications
- Guanylate cyclase stimulators
Use with Caution:
- Alpha-blockers
- Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- HIV protease inhibitors
- Antifungals
- Macrolide antibiotics
Storage & Handling
- Store at 15-30°C (59-86°F)
- Protect from moisture and light
- Keep in original packaging
- Secure from children and pets
Patient Counseling Points
- Sexual stimulation required for effect
- Does not protect against STDs
- Avoid excessive alcohol consumption
- Report any erection >4 hours immediately
- Discontinue use for:
- Sudden vision/hearing changes
- Chest pain during activity
- Severe dizziness
- Allergic reactions
Note: This medication requires medical supervision. Regular cardiovascular assessment recommended for high-risk patients. Not for use in women or pediatric populations.