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Description

Sildenafil 100 mg Tablet (100 count) is an oral medication primarily used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. The active ingredient, sildenafil, is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor that works by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. This helps men achieve and maintain an erection sufficient for sexual activity.

The mechanism of action involves sildenafil inhibiting PDE5, an enzyme responsible for the breakdown of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP). cGMP is a molecule that promotes smooth muscle relaxation in the blood vessels of the penis, leading to increased blood flow. By inhibiting PDE5, sildenafil enhances the effects of nitric oxide, a natural chemical in the body that triggers cGMP production, thereby improving erectile function.

This medication is available in 100 mg tablets, which are typically taken orally about one hour before sexual activity. The effects of sildenafil can last for up to four hours, though it does not work without sexual arousal. It is not intended for continuous use and should not be taken more than once a day.