Maybe you consider yourself to be pretty well-versed on the topic of ED medications, but did you know that the same active ingredient found in Viagra has uses for other conditions?
Sildenafil is the name of the generic drug which is contained inside both Viagra and Revatio, but, just what makes these two drugs different? In this article, we will cover the similarities and differences between the two medications.
Revatio is the brand name of the sildenafil medication used to treat a condition called Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH). In this condition, the blood pressure in your lungs is too high and causes symptoms such as:
Revatio was found to help improve the exercise ability and potentially delay the worsening of PAH by increasing smooth muscle relation in the lungs. Revatio is considered a PDE-5 inhibitor medication. You can find Revatio in tablet form, oral suspension form, or as an IV injection solution, and these dosages are lower than the dosages found in Viagra:
Tablet: 20mgOral solution: 10mg/ml (comes powdered and needs reconstitution)
Injection: 10mg/12.5ml Revatio is normally given to the patient 3 times daily.
The most common adverse effects with Revatio are:
Revatio has drug interactions with:
Viagra is the brand name of the sildenafil-containing medication used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. Viagra helps maintain blood flow to the penis in order to help men achieve and maintain erections.
This medication is in the PDE-5 inhibitor class of drugs. Viagra can only be found in tablet form:
Tablets: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg Viagra can only be taken once daily, or less frequently as needed for sexual activity. Men will need to take Viagra between 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual activity for the best response.
The most common adverse effects with Viagra include:
Viagra has drug interactions with:
In summary, Revatio and Viagra both have sildenafil as the active ingredient but have many differences including dosing, strength, indications, and side effects. Revatio is given 3 times daily, where Viagra is once daily maximum, or as needed. Revatio comes in lower strengths than Viagra and also comes in an oral suspension or injection form.
Viagra strengths are higher than Revatio strengths and is only available in tablet form. Both medications are in the same PDE-5 inhibitor class of medications, but they are FDA approved for very different conditions. Revatio should only be used for PAH, and Viagra should only be used for erectile dysfunction. Both medications have similar side effects, and drug interactions are the same.
If you are interested in seeing if the generic form of Viagra is the right choice for your ED, have an Online Visit with our U.S. licensed doctors today. If Sildenafil is a good option for you, your medication can be shipped quickly and discreetly to your front door.
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