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| other_names = | | other_names = sildenafil citrate, Viagra | ||
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| health_risk = | | health_risk = Mild | ||
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Sildenafil | Sildenafil is a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction. It is prescribed under brand names such as ''Viagra'' and ''Kamagra''. | ||
== Background<!-- Provide background information for this drug. --> == | == Background<!-- Provide background information for this drug. --> == | ||
=== Medical uses === | === Medical uses === | ||
In addition to erectile dysfunction, sildenafil is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension in men and women.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sildenafil (oral route) - Side effects & dosage |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/sildenafil-oral-route/description/drg-20066989 |access-date=2025-11-06 |website=Mayo Clinic |language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== Mechanism of action === | === Mechanism of action === | ||
Sildenafil is an inhibitor of phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5), an enzyme that regulates blood flow to the penis. | |||
== Appeal<!-- Describe the reasons why people use this drug with kink. --> == | == Appeal<!-- Describe the reasons why people use this drug with kink. --> == | ||
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== Risks<!-- Describe the risks of this drug. --> == | == Risks<!-- Describe the risks of this drug. --> == | ||
Check the notes in the medication for side effects. Different "fillers" for tablets can have different side effects. | |||
If it affects your blood pressure, it can make you feel spaced out and other symptoms (feeling weak, sick blurred vision, fainting), in this case you should stop further sexual and BDSM activities, and ensure you are somewhere safe in case you pass out. | If it affects your blood pressure, it can make you feel spaced out and other symptoms (feeling weak, sick blurred vision, fainting), in this case you should stop further sexual and BDSM activities, and ensure you are somewhere safe in case you pass out. | ||
If experiencing prolonged or painful erection, especially if it lasts for more than 2 hours, call emergency services<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-03-03 |title=Side effects of sildenafil |url=https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/sildenafil-viagra/side-effects-of-sildenafil/ |access-date=2024-02-16 |website=nhs.uk}}</ref>. | |||
=== Drug interactions<!-- Describe the interactions of this drug. --> === | === Drug interactions<!-- Describe the interactions of this drug. --> === | ||