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Revatio (Sildenafil Citrate)
| Sildenafil Citrate (Generic) Sildenafil Citrate | ||||||
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Revatio
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Revatio |
| Generic Name | Sildenafil |
| Purpose | Treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) |
| Mechanism of Action | Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor, causing vasodilation in the lungs |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets, oral suspension |
| Available Strengths | 20 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically three times daily, about 4-6 hours apart |
| Common Side Effects | Headache, flushing, upset stomach, nosebleeds, muscle pain |
| Serious Side Effects | Sudden vision loss, sudden hearing loss, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath |
| Drug Interactions | Nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin), alpha-blockers (e.g., terazosin), other PDE5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil for erectile dysfunction), certain antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole), certain antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin) |
| Important Notes | Do not take with nitrates due to risk of severe hypotension; inform your doctor of all medications you are taking |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember; skip if it’s almost time for your next dose. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Adcirca (tadalafil), Letairis (ambrisentan), Opsumit (macitentan), Tracleer (bosentan) |
Revatio Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Adcirca (tadalafil) | Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor | Also used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension. Similar mechanism to Revatio. |
| Letairis (ambrisentan) | Endothelin receptor antagonist | Works by blocking the effects of endothelin, a substance that causes blood vessels to narrow. |
| Opsumit (macitentan) | Endothelin receptor antagonist | Similar to Letairis, it blocks endothelin receptors. |
| Tracleer (bosentan) | Endothelin receptor antagonist | Another endothelin receptor antagonist for PAH treatment. |
Revatio Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Headache | Sudden vision loss |
| Flushing | Sudden hearing loss |
| Upset stomach | Chest pain |
| Nosebleeds | Irregular heartbeat |
| Muscle pain | Shortness of breath |
Revatio Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) | 5 mg to 20 mg | 20 mg three times daily | Take about 4-6 hours apart, do not exceed recommended dosage. |
Revatio Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $60 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $2,000 |
| From CPS | $809 |
