Oral Sildenafil Citrate (Viagra) for Erectile Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Harms

There was a lack of RCTs reporting long-term (>6 months) harms data. In short-term trials, men with ED randomized to sildenafil had an increased risk of all-cause any AEs, headache, flushing, dyspepsia, and visual disturbances. The exploration of different modes of dose optimization of sildenafil may be warranted.