sildenafil

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Definition

Noun: 1. A pharmaceutical drug used to treat erectile dysfunction: Sildenafil is a medication that works by increasing blood flow to the penis, facilitating an erection in men with erectile dysfunction. Its most well-known brand name is Viagra.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The doctor prescribed sildenafil to treat his patient's condition.
    • Sildenafil should be taken approximately one hour before sexual activity.
    • Generic sildenafil is often more affordable than the brand-name version.
Advanced Usage
  • "Sildenafil citrate": This is the full chemical name for the active pharmaceutical ingredient. "Citrate" refers to the salt form in which the drug is manufactured and administered.
    • The tablet contains 50 mg of sildenafil citrate.
Variants and Related Words
  • Viagra (n): The original and most famous brand name for sildenafil, marketed by Pfizer.
    • Viagra was the first oral treatment approved for erectile dysfunction.
Synonyms
  • PDE5 inhibitor: This is the drug class to which sildenafil belongs. It describes its mechanism of action (phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor).
    • Sildenafil is a PDE5 inhibitor.
Important Notes
  • Prescription Medication: Sildenafil is a prescription drug and should only be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional due to potential side effects and interactions with other medications, especially those containing nitrates.
  • Not an Aphrodisiac: It is important to understand that sildenafil is a treatment for erectile dysfunction and does not increase sexual desire.
Noun
  1. virility drug (trade name Viagra) used to treat erectile dysfunction in men

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