What is Sildenafil Citrate?
Sildenafil Tablets is a medication commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors.
Here’s how it works:
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Erectile Dysfunction (ED): Sildenafil helps increase blood flow to the penis by relaxing the blood vessels. When a man is sexually stimulated, sildenafil helps the body respond to the natural signals to enhance and maintain an erection.
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Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH): In this case, sildenafil helps relax the blood vessels in the lungs, reducing blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries, which makes it easier for the heart to pump blood to the lungs.
Brand Names: It’s most widely known by the brand name Viagra, but there are also generic versions available, typically referred to as sildenafil.