Sildenafil — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Sildenafil ke 1 brands available hain. Drug class: PDE5 Inhibitor. Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Sildenafil is a pde5 inhibitor used in Pakistan for Erectile Dysfunction (ED — mardana kamzori), Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH — specialist indication, different dosing). Available as 1 brand. Prescription required. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Sildenafil?
Sildenafil is a pde5 inhibitor used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Sildenafil under multiple brand names — currently 1 listed on PakVita (1 tablet). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED — mardana kamzori)
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH — specialist indication, different dosing)
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
As prescribed — typically 50mg taken 30-60 minutes before sexual activity; max once daily; do not exceed prescribed dose
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Sildenafil brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Headache (most common)
- Flushing (redness of face)
- Dyspepsia (indigestion)
- Nasal congestion
- Visual colour tinge (bluish/blueish-green hue)
- Dizziness
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- Severe hypotension (with nitrates — can be fatal — EMERGENCY)
- Priapism (painful erection lasting >4 hours — EMERGENCY — permanent damage if not treated promptly)
- NAION (non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy — sudden vision loss — EMERGENCY)
- Sudden hearing loss or severe tinnitus (EMERGENCY)
Important warnings
- ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATION with nitrates (GTN, isosorbide mononitrate/dinitrate) — can cause fatal hypotension
- Caution with alpha-blockers — orthostatic hypotension risk
- Cardiovascular risk — patients with active cardiac disease, recent MI/stroke: consult cardiologist first
- COUNTERFEIT WARNING: Many fake Sildenafil/Viagra tablets sold in Pakistan — only buy from licensed pharmacies with valid prescription
- Vision changes: stop immediately and seek care if sudden vision loss (NAION)
- Hearing loss: stop immediately if sudden hearing loss or tinnitus
Conditions treated
Sildenafil brands in Pakistan (1)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sildenafil used for in Pakistan?
Sildenafil is commonly used for Erectile Dysfunction (ED — mardana kamzori), Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH — specialist indication, different dosing). It belongs to the pde5 inhibitor drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Sildenafil?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "As prescribed — typically 50mg taken 30-60 minutes before sexual activity; max once daily; do not exceed prescribed dose". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Sildenafil?
Common side effects include Headache (most common), Flushing (redness of face), Dyspepsia (indigestion), Nasal congestion, Visual colour tinge (bluish/blueish-green hue), Dizziness. Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Sildenafil and see a doctor?
Stop Sildenafil and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Severe hypotension (with nitrates — can be fatal — EMERGENCY); Priapism (painful erection lasting >4 hours — EMERGENCY — permanent damage if not treated promptly); NAION (non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy — sudden vision loss — EMERGENCY); Sudden hearing loss or severe tinnitus (EMERGENCY). These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Sildenafil available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Prescription required.
What brands of Sildenafil are available in Pakistan?
1 brand of Sildenafil is listed on PakVita: 1 tablet. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization