Viagra

What is Viagra?

Viagra is the most common medication used to treat erectile dysfunction in adult men. This is when a man cannot get or keep a hard, erect penis suitable for sexual activity. Viagra has been a trusted medication for treating erectile dysfunction for over 20 years, and it is effective for most men who use it. Viagra contains the active ingredient Sildenafil citrate (Sildenafil). It increases blood flow to the penis, making it easier to achieve and sustain an erection.

When you take Viagra pills, you may be able to:

• Improve your ability to get and maintain an erection
• Be more confident in your ability to get and maintain an erection
• Be satisfied with the hardness of your erections

What is Sildenafil?

Sildenafil, also known as sildenafil citrate, is the generic form of Viagra that has been licensed in the UK since 2013.

Viagra and Sildenafil are two popular drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction, but what is the difference between them?

Sildenafil citrate is the same active ingredient as Viagra, but it is generic and unbranded. Even though Sildenafil and Viagra are medically equivalent, Sildenafil costs much less money.

Generic drugs have the same therapeutic effect as their branded counterparts, but they are much cheaper. Generic manufacturers must demonstrate that their products are just as good as the branded product in terms of quality, strength, stability, and effectiveness.

Like brand-name drugs, generic medicines must meet rigid standards of safety, quality and efficacy. To receive market approval from the European Medicines Agency and MHRA, a generic medicine must be ‘bioequivalent’ to the originator product.

What is Viagra Connect

Viagra Connect is an over-the-counter medication that has been licensed by Pfizer. It is exactly the same as Viagra, and it does not require a prescription from a doctor. However, patients must complete a brief questionnaire before they can purchase it from pharmacies.

How Can I Buy Viagra Online?

You might be wondering how you can order Viagra. The safest option is to go through a licensed online pharmacy service. With our partners, you need to answer some questions about your health, and they will ensure the medicine is appropriate for you before sending it in discreet packaging.

You can find many registered websites where you can buy Viagra from. However, not all of them are legitimate UK-licensed online pharmacies. Taking the medicines they sell could be dangerous. Don’t buy medicine from an online company unless you’ve verified that the General Pharmaceutical Council approves it. It is essential to note that Viagra is a prescription medication, and any website selling it without the guidance of a UK-licensed prescriber isn’t safe.

Choosing the Correct Viagra Dosage

The recommended starting dose for Viagra (sildenafil) is one 50mg pill taken 1 hour before sexual activity. If you experience negative side effects from the medication but are still achieving the desired effect, lower the dose to 25mg. If 50mg pills don’t work for you after four tries and you’re not experiencing any side effects, increase the dose to 100mg. If you have tried taking 100mg eight different times without any success, you should speak to your doctor about discontinuing the treatment. Taking Viagra (sildenafil) more than once a day will not make it more effective and may result in increased side effects.

Proper Use and Dosage of Viagra

For best results, take Viagra (Sildenafil) approximately one hour before you plan to have sex. Drink a glass of water with your tablet.

While Viagra (Sildenafil) can be taken with any type of food, it may take a bit longer to show its effects if taken with a large meal.

How does Viagra work?

Viagra is a type of medication called a PDE5 inhibitor. In the presence of sexual stimulation, Viagra and other PDE5 inhibitors relax smooth muscle to improve blood flow to the penis, helping to restore impaired erectile function.

How long does Viagra Last?

Viagra typically remains effective in the body for around 4 hours. However, some men find that it lasts up to 5 hours, while others feel its effects for as little as 3 hours.

Viagra Side Effects

Viagra is typically well-tolerated and comes in diverse dosages, so the potency can be decreased for men encountering bothersome side effects. The most frequent side effects are headache, flushing, indigestion, nasal congestion, dizziness, nausea, hot flush and visual disturbances. Despite these common side effects, there is no need to worry. They are all transient and should not last for more than a few hours. In addition, studies have shown that there is no effect on sperm motility or morphology.

This is a list of very common side effects that affect more than 10% of the population:

• Headache

What are the common side effects?

Common side effects include: (list between 1-10% of population):

• Dizziness
• Hot flushes
• Blurry Vision / Visual Disturbances
• Blocked nose
• Nausea/Indigestion

Viagra Alternatives

Counselling

While physical problems are often to blame for erectile dysfunction, this is not always the case. In fact, psychological issues may be the primary cause for many men.

In cases such as these, treatment in the form of counselling has been shown to be very effective. By talking with a mental health professional, you will begin to address stress-, anxiety- and depression-related issues; all of which can contribute to erectile dysfunction. For further information please contact your GP.

Other ED Medications

We offer many different ED medications. You can see all of our options for treating erectile dysfunction here.

Patient Information Leaflet

Be sure to read the patient information leaflet before beginning any treatment.

View patient information leaflet.

Viagra FAQ

How long does Viagra (Sildenafil) take to work?

Viagra’s effects can be observed in as fast as 30 minutes, but it may also take up to an hour. If taken with a meal, the medicine might not work as quickly.

Please note that sexual stimulation is required for it to work.

Is it possible to get Viagra through the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK?

Viagra is accessible to NHS patients from their GP but only in rare cases and usually, the generic form Sildenafil is what’s available. For more information on Sildenafil and the NHS, click here.

How effective is Viagra?

Viagra is one of the most popular treatments for erectile dysfunction, and it has been extensively studied in many clinical trials. In these studies, Viagra has been shown to be effective for 88% of men who use it, improving their erections.

When using Viagra, are there any side-effects that I should be aware of?

While all medications come with the potential for side effects, Viagra is generally safe and effective for most men. In fact, most men who do experience side effects from taking Viagra don’t find them bothersome enough to discontinue treatment. Side effects are usually relatively mild and include headaches, temporary visual problems, and stomach pain.

Can I buy Viagra online in the UK without a prescription?

Yes, Viagra Connect is licensed to be sold as an over-the-counter medication.

Why is Viagra not as cheap as Sildenafil?

Viagra, a branded product by Pfizer, is more expensive than sildenafil because you are paying for the name.

Where can I buy Viagra in the UK?

With our help, you can get find the best price and receive a free prescription for Viagra through one of our partners so that you can order it online.

How long does it take for Viagra to be delivered?

If you’re based in the UK, Viagra can be delivered to you as soon as the next day. And if you purchase Viagra in London, we’ll even bring it to on the same day!

Are there any risks associated with taking Viagra?

Viagra is registered and licensed for use in the UK and EU. Viagra was patented by Pfizer in 1996, resulting in it being safely used by millions of men around the world who suffer from erectile dysfunction.

How to make viagra work faster?

There is no way to make Viagra work faster. However, taking it on an empty stomach or after a high-fat meal may help speed up the effects.

Can I take Viagra if I have other medical conditions?

You should always speak with your doctor before taking any medication, including Viagra. This is especially important if you have any other medical conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes.

Can I split viagra tablets?

Breaking Viagra tablets into smaller pieces is not advised, as the dosage could be different.

When is the best time to take Viagra?

Viagra works best 30 to 60 minutes after taking it and on an empty stomach. You should only take one tablet every 24 hours.

Is it ok for women to take Viagra?

Viagra is not approved for use by women and may be harmful if used.

Can I drink grapefruit juice when using Viagra?

You should avoid grapefruit juice while taking Viagra as it can increase the level of active ingredient in your blood and heighten the chance of experiencing side effects.

What’s in Viagra?

Viagra contains the active ingredient sildenafil citrate, as well as the following excipients:

• microcrystalline cellulose
• calcium hydrogen phosphate (anhydrous)
• croscarmellose sodium
• magnesium stearate
• Film coat:
• hypromellose
• titanium dioxide (E171)
• lactose monohydrate
• triacetin
• indigo carmine aluminium lake (E132)