Viagra

What is Viagra (Sildenafil)

Sildenafil is a type of medication used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. The most well-known brand for Sildenafil is Viagra although there are many other types of erectile dysfunction medication that also contain Sildenafil.

Viagra, also sold under the name Sildenafil, is a drug which is used to treat erectile dysfunction. The medicine works by increasing the blood flow to the penis in order to help penile erection. It is reported to be highly successful, with at least two thirds of patients reporting to have an improved erection after taking Viagra tablets.

Viagra can also be prescribed for men and women to treat pulmonary hypertension which is a condition of high blood pressure in the blood vessels which supply blood to the lungs.

Contrary to many different myths surrounding Sildenafil, taking it alone will not give you an erection. You need to be sexually aroused for it to work and give you an erection.

It is safe for men aged 18 and older to consume Viagra for erectile dysfunction. However, Viagra can be taken by adults and children ages 1 or over for the treatment or pulmonary hypertension.

Viagra has been sold in the UK for 25 years and was originally created to help treat people with Angina. As the drug was being tested to see how effective it was in treating individuals suffering from Angina, many men reported to have one side effect in common, Erections. The way in which Viagra was used changed forever and in 1998 the food and drug administration approved the sale of Viagra throughout the UK as a treatment for erectile dysfunction. You can read the full history of Viagra in the UK.

Viagra (Sildenafil) Dosage

Viagra tablets can come in differing strengths; from 10mg to 100mg. Doctors usually prescribe a dosage of 50mg to be taken once a day. After review and if this strength is not sufficient is improving your erectile dysfunction your doctor may increase your dosage strength to 100mg, or, alternatively, decrease it down to 25mg if it is deemed you do not need a high strength dosage.

At Medicine Direct, we sell Viagra in 25mg, 50mg and 100mg.

Viagra 25mg

This is the lowest strength of Viagra available. It is known to work to improve erectile dysfunction for up to 5 hours.

Viagra 50mg

The 50mg dose of Viagra is most commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction, being advised to be taken on per day.

Viagra 100mg

As this is a stronger dosage of Viagra, you must only take this is advised to do so by your doctor. This strength will only be prescribed if the lower dosages have been found to be ineffective.

Where can I buy Sildenafil (Viagra) in the UK?

There are a number of ways that patients can be prescribed Viagra in the UK. Sildenafil is available from the following places:

Sildenafil (viagra) on the NHS

Your doctor or GP can prescribe you with sildenafil if you are suffering from erectile dysfunction. Although the branded version of sildenafil (Viagra) is not available on the NHS, generic alternatives that contain the same ingredients and work in exactly the same way will be prescribed.

Viagra on Private Prescription

You can also get sildenafil on a private prescription, although this may be more expensive than the NHS as you will have to pay for the private prescription cost as well as the full retail price of the medication.

Viagra over the counter

Some Viagra alternatives are now available over the counter, such as Viagra connect. Although you will still need to speak to a pharmacist and answer a series of questions regarding your condition, you do not need a prescription to purchase this type of treatment. Nearly all pharmacies will stock Viagra connect.

Viagra Online

You can buy cheap Viagra online in the UK by shopping with Medicine Direct. We are one of the UK’s largest online pharmacies and are fully licensed to sell Viagra online. Viagra is one of the most in demand medications worldwide; it is also one of the most copied and illegally sold drugs.

Viagra is a prescription only medicine, which means you should closely follow the administration instructions your doctor or pharmacist give you. It is important that you stick to the Viagra dosage given to you by your doctor or pharmacist.

How long does viagra take to work?

If you are taking Viagra to treat erectile dysfunction you can expect to see results within 30 to 60 minutes of taking the drug. Please note that taking Viagra alone will not cause an erection, you also need to have an arousal stimulus. You can take Viagra up to 4 hours before sexual intercourse.

How to take viagra for best results

You should take Viagra tablets with a whole glass of water. It is also best to take Viagra on an empty stomach, if you have eaten food it may cause the medicine to take longer to work.

Below are the recommended dosages to take of Viagra according to condition:

• Pulmonary Hypertension - Doctors will usually prescribe between 10mg and 20mg dosages to treat pulmonary hypertension. The general advice for administration is for an adult to take 20mg up to three times a day. Please note that for a child, the dose can range depending on their weight from 10-20mg and, again, taken up to three times a day.

If you have pulmonary hypertension and have forgotten to take a dose of Viagra you should consume the tablet as soon as you remember and then continue your course of treatment as normal. However, you should never take 2 doses of Viagra at the same time or take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one.

• Erectile Dysfunction - This condition is most commonly treated by taking Viagra, generally you will be advised to take 50mg once a day. Take Viagra up to 2 hours before having sex. How long the Viagra takes to work can depend on your body type and weight, however on average Viagra will begin to work within 30 – 45 minutes after consumption.

Who can and cannot take Sildenafil?

You must not take Viagra if you also are taking a course of medicines called nitrates which are usually prescribed to treat chest pains. These two medicines interact negatively and can cause harmful and dangerous falls in blood pressure. If you are unsure if you are currently taking nitrates or if you are worried/ taking any other medicine, please inform your doctor or pharmacist before taking Viagra.

Do not take Sildenafil if:

• you have had an allergic reaction to any other medicines in the past.
• Are taking any nitrate medicine to combat chest pain
• Suffer from serious heart of liver problems
• Have recently suffered from a stroke or heart attack
• Are known to have low blood pressure
• You have inherited rare eye diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa

Please check with you doctor and ask for their advice before proceeding to take Viagra if you:

• Have an abnormality of red blood cells (sickle cell anaemia), leukaemia (cancer of the blood cells), or cancer of the bone marrow (multiple myeloma).
• Have Peyronie’s Disease (curved penis)
• Suffer from heart problems. Your doctor will have to check if your heart will be able to withstand the strain on it of having sex.
• Have a stomach ulcer or bleeding problem (haemophilia)

Contact your doctor if you are worried that you have taken too much Viagra. The following list below contains potential symptoms caused by overdosing on your recommended dosage of Viagra:

• Headache
• Dizziness or altered vision
• Indigestion
• Blocked nose

What are the side effects of Viagra?

As with any medicine, taking Viagra comes with the risk of side effects. If you experience any of the following symptoms, please contact your doctor or pharmacist. If the symptoms are more serious or under the uncommon side effects, make sure you immediately get medical advice.

Most Common Viagra Side Effects:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Hot facial or body flushes
• Indigestion
• Distorted vision such as a coloured tinge or blurring
• Blocked nose
• Dizziness

Uncommon Side Effects:

• Pains in your chest. If you experience this during or post sex, try and get into a sitting position and relax. It is important that you do not use nitrates to treat the pain
• Prolonged erections (which can last for more than 4 hours) which can sometimes cause pain. If you experience this, please contact a doctor immediately
• A drastic change in vision. This can be experienced in a sudden decrease in vision or a complete loss.
• Severe skin reaction. Symptoms of this may include a fever, peeling or swelling of skin, sores and blistering of the mouth, genitals and around the areas of your eyes.
• Seizures

In rare cases patients taking Viagra can suffer from a severe allergic reaction to the medicine. If you experience any of the warning symptoms you MUST contact an emergency service such as 111 or 999 immediately. The signs of a severe allergic reaction are:

• Developing a skin rash which is itchy, red, swollen, blistered or peeling
• Your chest or throat feeling tight. This can also be displayed through wheezing.
• Experiencing difficulty in breathing or talking
• Your facial extremities become swollen i.e. you mouth, face, lips, tongue or throat.

How does Viagra work?

Viagra works by increasing blood flow to the penis by relaxing and widening the blood vessels. Please note that an erection after taking Viagra also requires sexual stimulation or arousal. 4/5 men reported Viagra effectively helping them to acquire a hard enough erection to have sexual intercourse.

How long does Viagra last?

Viagra begins to work from 30-40minutes and can work for up to four hours. Viagra works different when compared to other Viagra alternatives such as Cialis (Tadalafil) which can work for up to 36 hours.

Are there any Viagra Alternatives?

Viagra is a branded version of the medicine Sildenafil, it is possible to purchase cheaper Viagra alternatives such as normal Sildenafil. Sildenafil works exactly the same way as Viagra, in the way that it can help a man maintain a firmer and harder erection for longer during sexual intercourse and can continue to work for up to 4 hours after consumption.

Sildenafil is a cheap Viagra alternative and is another popular choice for men suffering with erectile dysfunction. Another Viagra alternative is Cialis, which can also prove to be cheaper and longer lasting. Cialis along with Viagra are the two most popular erectile dysfunction treatments available to men in the UK.

Can I take Viagra as often as I want?

If you are taking Viagra for erectile dysfunction problems, do not take it more than once daily. If you are taking it to treat pulmonary hypertension do not exceed taking it more than 3 times a day.

Is it safe to take Viagra for an extended period of time?

Yes. According to research there does not seem to be any harmful effects form taking it as a long term-solution over months or even years.

Does Viagra make you bigger?

No, Viagra does not cause your penis to grow bigger. However if you suffer from erectile dysfunction and have sex when your penis is not fully erect, Viagra will enable you to have a fully erect penis. Although it may appear that your penis has grown in size this is not the case, the difference in size appearance comes from your penis not being fully erect during sex, to fully erect after taking a Viagra pill.

Viagra for Women

Women can take Viagra/sildenafil for pulmonary hypertension conditions. There is no medical evidence that suggests Viagra works for women who suffer from sexual issues.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warning

Sildenafil is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding. You should always tell your doctor if you are taking sildenafil and are:

• Trying to get pregnant
• Are pregnant
• Currently breastfeeding

Your doctor may choose to prescribe a safer alternative if you are using Viagra for hypertension issues.

If your partner is using Viagra for sexual performance, there is no risk to you if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to get pregnant.

Sildenafil and Alcohol warning

It is possible to drink moderately as this is not likely to stop or cause prolonged delays in the effects of Viagra. However, by drinking lots or excessive amounts of alcohol can make it more difficult to get an erection. For the most successful performance do not drink alcohol before taking Sildenafil or Viagra.

Sildenafil Drug Interactions

If you are taking any other medications, it is possible that these may affect the way Viagra works.

Please inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications. The most common medications that can interact with the effectiveness of Viagra are:

• Nitrates taken for chest pain
• Riociguat for hypertension
• Recreational drugs such as poppers and cocaine

Please tell your pharmacist or Doctor if you are taking any other forms of medications, either prescription or over the counter medicines. This also includes any vitamins or supplements.