IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION — VigorAir℞
(Inhaled sildenafil 25mg)
What it is
VigorAir is a compounded prescription of inhaled sildenafil for on-demand treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). It is delivered as a single 25mg capsule for inhalation only using a breath-activated dry-powder inhaler.
Compounded under §503A for individual patients. Not FDA-approved; the FDA has not evaluated this formulation for safety or efficacy.
Sexual stimulation is required for effect. Not for daily continuous use.
Who should not use VigorAir℞
Do not use if you:
- take nitrates or nitric-oxide donors (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate/mononitrate, or recreational “poppers”);
- take guanylate cyclase stimulators (e.g., riociguat);
- are allergic to sildenafil or any ingredient in this product (includes lactose; people with severe milk-protein allergy should not use lactose-containing DPIs);
- have been told by a clinician to avoid sexual activity because of heart disease.
Before using, tell your clinician if you:
- have heart problems, recent heart attack or stroke, abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, or uncontrolled high blood pressure;
- have retinal disorders (including NAION or “crowded” optic disc) or hearing problems;
- have lactose intolerance or any milk allergy. (Note: lactose intolerance affects digestion; milk-protein allergy is different and can cause allergic reactions with lactose-containing inhaled powders.)
- have conditions that raise risk of priapism (e.g., sickle cell disease, leukemia, multiple myeloma) or an anatomical penile abnormality;
- have liver or kidney disease;
- use alpha-blockers, other blood-pressure medicines, or strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin) — these can raise sildenafil levels and increase the risk of low blood pressure;
- have asthma, COPD, or reactive airway disease (inhaled powders can rarely trigger cough or bronchospasm);
- regularly drink alcohol (can worsen dizziness and impair erectile function);
- take any other ED medicines or PDE5 inhibitors (sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil, avanafil).
How to use
- One capsule (25 mg) by inhalation shortly before sexual activity, as instructed.
- Do not exceed one dose in 24 hours.
- For inhalation only — do not swallow the capsule. Use only with the supplied inhaler.
- If you develop chest pain after dosing, do not take nitrates; seek emergency care and tell responders you used sildenafil.
- Keep capsules dry; store at room temperature. Keep out of reach of children.
Possible side effects
Common: headache, flushing, nasal congestion, indigestion/heartburn, dizziness, nausea, back or muscle pain, temporary visual changes (e.g., color tinge or light sensitivity), throat irritation or cough.
Serious (seek care immediately):
- Priapism — erection lasting >4 hours;
- Sudden vision loss in one or both eyes (possible NAION);
- Sudden hearing decrease or loss, sometimes with ringing;
- Severe dizziness, fainting, or chest pain;
- Breathing problems such as wheeze, bronchospasm, or severe/persistent cough;
- Allergic reaction (e.g., rash, itching, swelling of face/lips/tongue, wheeze, trouble breathing) — stop use and seek care immediately, especially if you have a milk-protein allergy.
Drug and substance interactions
- Absolutely do not combine with nitrates/NO donors or riociguat.
- Use caution with alpha-blockers or other antihypertensives; risk of symptomatic hypotension.
- Strong CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole) can markedly increase sildenafil levels — your clinician may advise not to use VigorAir while on these medicines.
- Do not use within 24 hours of any other PDE5 inhibitor or ED treatment.
- Limit alcohol; it can increase dizziness and reduce erectile response.
Additional information
- Not indicated for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) — dosing and safety for PAH are different.
- Not for use in women or children.
- VigorAir does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
- Report side effects to your clinician or to FDA MedWatch (1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch).
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Rev. 2025-09
This information is not comprehensive. For broader safety information about FDA-approved oral sildenafil tablets (Viagra®/Revatio®), see the FDA labeling on DailyMed. That labeling is reference information only and does not describe this compounded inhaled formulation or its dosing.
View FDA-approved oral sildenafil labeling (reference)