Also known as: Viagra
Viagra (sildenafil citrate) is an oral phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor indicated for treatment of erectile dysfunction in adults. It is typically taken as needed before sexual activity with dose adjustments based on efficacy and tolerability. Initial U.S. approval was in 1998.
Multiple health product recalls have been announced, including a prescription cholesterol medication for dissolution issues and dietary supplements containing undeclared erectile dysfunction drugs Tadalafil and Sildenafil. The FDA and international regulators warn of potential health risks.
A Delphi consensus of 23 experts identified Zostavax, sildenafil and riluzole as high-priority candidates for Alzheimer disease clinical trials. Caregivers ranked the herpes zoster vaccine highest for acceptability and perceived benefit–risk balance.
GLP-1 drugs discovered accidentally in anglerfish research now treat conditions beyond diabetes including kidney disease, sleep apnea, and addiction. The global diabetes therapeutics market is projected to reach $241.5 billion by 2030, growing at 12.4% annually.
Pfizer is applying lessons from its Viagra launch to introduce its first obesity treatment, a monthly injection acquired from Metsera. The company aims to leverage past experience with sensitive health topics as it enters the competitive obesity market.
