Sildenafil

FDA Approved

Description

Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the lungs to allow blood to flow more easily. While primarily indicated for pulmonary hypertension, it has been used off-label in managing vascular complications in various congenital syndromes.

Indications & Therapeutic Use

Pulmonary arterial hypertension, vascular complications in congenital anomalies

Global Availability (7 countries)

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Sildenafil
Generic NameSildenafil
Brands1 brand available
Active IngredientSildenafil citrate
Drug ClassPulmonary arterial hypertension
ManufacturerPfizer
Dosage FormsOral tablet 20mg, IV injection 0.8mg/mL
Medical CodeC02KX01
Orphan StatusNo
Cold ChainNot Required
Lead Time7 days
Reg. StatusFDA Approved
Clinical TrialNCT00910221
Countries7 countries
Authority Signals
Last Verified3/21/2026
Data ConfidenceHigh (AI + Pharmacist)
Source Citations8 Validated Nodes