Fildena
Utilised to manage erectile dysfunction to support clinical performance and alleviate vascular flow limitations.
- Category
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Active ingredient
- Sildenafil
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 25mg · 50mg · 100mg · 150mg · 200mg
Prescription and consultation requirements for Fildena vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Fildena details
- Condition
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Alternative names
- sildenafil
- Therapeutic class
- Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- PDE5 Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- raynaud's phenomenon
- Contraindications
- nitrate therapy; severe cardiac disease
- Minor side effects
- headache; flushing; indigestion
- Moderate side effects
- nasal congestion; dizziness; visual blur
- Serious side effects
- priapism, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Manufacturer
- Fortune Healthcare
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Nitrates; Alpha Blockers
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adult men.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- TGA Category B: Not indicated for females. Breastfeeding: Not applicable.
Patient summary
utilised to manage erectile dysfunction to support clinical performance and alleviate vascular flow limitations.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits PDE5 to raise cGMP levels in the corpus cavernosum, relaxing smooth muscle to promote blood inflow.