Viagra Super Active (Sildenafil 100mg Soft Gelcap)
Viagra Super Active is a soft gelatin capsule formulation of sildenafil citrate 100mg, designed for faster dissolution and absorption than a standard tablet. Used by adult men with erectile dysfunction; same mechanism as Viagra.
- Active ingredients
- Sildenafil Citrate
- Manufacturer
- Pfizer
- Dosage forms
- soft gelatin capsule
- Available dosages
- 100mg
- Category
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
What is it?
Viagra Super Active is a soft gelatin capsule (softgel) formulation of sildenafil citrate marketed for adult men with erectile dysfunction. The capsule shell dissolves quickly in the gastrointestinal tract, releasing the liquid-filled active ingredient sooner than a compressed tablet. The product positions itself as a faster-onset, smoother-absorption alternative within the wider Viagra portfolio. The active molecule, sildenafil citrate, is identical to that in original Viagra and authorised generics.
Active ingredients
Each Viagra Super Active capsule contains 100mg of sildenafil citrate dissolved in a liquid carrier inside a soft gelatin shell. As a selective PDE5 inhibitor, sildenafil citrate produces the same physiological effect as in any other authorised sildenafil 100mg product. The softgel format does not alter the molecule itself but, according to product literature, can shorten dissolution time and provide more uniform absorption across patients.
Forms and dosages
Viagra Super Active is supplied as 100mg soft gelatin capsules, swallowed whole with a glass of water. The standard dose is one capsule approximately 30 minutes before planned sexual activity. Maximum dosing is one capsule per 24 hours. Capsules can be taken with or without food, although a high-fat meal can delay onset by roughly 30 to 60 minutes. The capsules should not be opened, chewed or split.
Indications
Viagra Super Active is intended for adult men with erectile dysfunction. It is not indicated for women, paediatric patients or men without a clinical diagnosis. According to general prescribing principles for sildenafil, the product should be used after medical evaluation of cardiovascular fitness and current medication. The fixed 100mg presentation is not suitable for patients who would normally require lower titration doses.
How it works
The active sildenafil citrate inhibits PDE5 in penile tissue during sexual arousal, allowing cyclic GMP to accumulate, smooth muscle to relax and blood inflow to increase. The softgel shell dissolves quickly once ingested, exposing the dissolved active ingredient to the upper gastrointestinal tract earlier than a compressed tablet. According to product literature, this can shorten the practical onset of action to about 30 minutes, with the same overall effect window of up to four hours.
Frequently asked questions
How is Viagra Super Active different from regular Viagra? ▾
Both products contain sildenafil citrate 100mg, but Viagra Super Active is supplied as a soft gelatin capsule rather than a film-coated tablet. The softgel format dissolves more quickly in the stomach, releasing the active ingredient earlier. According to product literature, this can shorten onset of action by about 15 minutes versus a standard tablet. The clinical effect, indications and contraindications are otherwise the same.
How quickly does Viagra Super Active start to work? ▾
Most product literature reports onset of action in around 30 minutes when taken on an empty stomach, compared with 30 to 60 minutes for the conventional tablet. As with any sildenafil product, sexual stimulation is required for the medication to produce an erection. A high-fat meal taken just before the dose can delay the onset by another 30 to 60 minutes.
Can the capsule be opened or split? ▾
No. According to general guidance for soft gelatin capsules, the shell must remain intact during ingestion to ensure dose accuracy and stability of the active ingredient. Splitting or opening the capsule risks an uneven dose and exposes the active ingredient to oxidation. The capsule should be swallowed whole with water and not chewed.
Is Viagra Super Active stronger than Viagra? ▾
No. The dose is the same — 100mg of sildenafil citrate — and the maximum systemic exposure is comparable. The 'super active' designation refers to the faster dissolution and slightly earlier onset of action, not to a higher peak concentration or longer duration. According to product literature, the overall effect window remains up to four hours, as with conventional Viagra 100mg.
What contraindications apply? ▾
All standard sildenafil contraindications apply: concurrent use of organic nitrates or guanylate cyclase stimulators is contraindicated due to the risk of severe hypotension. Caution is required in patients with severe cardiovascular disease, recent stroke or heart attack, severe hepatic impairment and known hypersensitivity to sildenafil. According to the prescribing information, full medical history must be reviewed before initiation.
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