How to store Viagra Professional correctly
Improperly stored medication loses potency and, in some cases, becomes unsafe. Viagra Professional (Sildenafil Citrate) is supplied as sublingual tablet at 100mg and, like most modern oral medications, is stable under normal household conditions when stored as directed. A few simple rules cover most of the practical risks.
Standard storage for Viagra Professional
According to the prescribing information for Sildenafil Citrate, Viagra Professional should be kept at controlled room temperature in the original packaging, away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity. Bathrooms and the area near a stove are not ideal because of humidity and temperature swings. The kitchen drawer or a closet shelf is usually fine.
Shelf-life and child safety
Each Viagra Professional pack has a printed expiry date; tablets should be discarded after that date. sublingual tablet that look discoloured, broken or smell different from the original packaging should not be used. Where a household includes children, Viagra Professional should be stored well out of reach in a closed container, ideally with a child-resistant cap.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I keep my Viagra Professional? ▾
A cool, dry place at room temperature in the original Viagra Professional packaging is best. Avoid bathroom storage because of humidity. Keep the box out of direct sunlight and well out of reach of children at 100mg or any strength.
Can I take expired Viagra Professional? ▾
Expired Viagra Professional should not be taken. The active ingredient Sildenafil Citrate may have degraded and the dose-effect relationship is no longer guaranteed. Replace expired packs and dispose of them following local pharmacy guidance.
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