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There are no specific precautions required when handling this medication unless you are allergic to it. Wash your hands after handling any medication.

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Sildenafil is used in veterinary medicine to reduce cough and other signs associated with elevated pressures in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension). The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has approved this drug for use in humans but it is not officially approved for use in animals in the US. The FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe products containing this drug in different species or for other conditions in certain situations. Your veterinarian can discuss with you why this drug is the most appropriate choice.

• Store this medication in the original child- and light-resistant prescription bottle or an approved dosage reminder container (ie, pill minder) at room temperature.

• If your veterinarian or pharmacist has made (compounded) a special formulation for your animal, follow the noted storage recommendations and expiration date for the product.

• Keep away from children and other animals.

Use of this drug may not be allowed in certain animal competitions. Check rules and regulations before entering your animal in a competition while this medication is being administered.

Sildenafil appears to be well tolerated. Contact your veterinarian if you notice any new behaviors or adverse effects occur while your animal is on this medication.

Common but not serious side effects include:

• Flushing (redness) of the skin, especially in the groin region.

• Gastrointestinal (GI) effects (eg, vomiting, lack of appetite, diarrhea).

You don’t have to be overly concerned if you see any of these signs unless they are severe, worsen, or continue to be a problem. Contact your veterinarian if this happens.