When I should take Viagra
What is ?
® (sildenafil citrate) is a breakthrough treatment now available for male Erectile Dysfunction (ED), often called impotence. It comes in the form of a pill which you take prior to engaging in sexual activity.
can help many men who have ED get and keep an erection when they become sexually stimulated, either physically or visually.
How does work?
Normally, when a man is sexually aroused, the arteries in the penis relax and widen, allowing more blood to flow into the penis. As the arteries in the penis expand and harden, the veins that carry blood away from the penis become compressed, trapping the blood in the penis. This leads to enlargement, rigidity and an erection of the penis.
If the nerves or blood vessels associated with this process aren't working properly, a man may not be able to get an erection. increases blood flow to the penis, so that when a man is sexually aroused, he can get and keep an erection. When the sexual encounter is over, the erection goes away.
How much dose is necessary for the desired effect?
is available in three strengths: 25 mg, 50 mg. and 100 mg. Though 50mg is the recommended dose, your initial dose would be decided by your healthcare professional. It is important to remember that only one dose should be taken per day and should not be increased unless advised by your doctor.
In which patients use of is not advisable?
is effective only for men suffering from ED. is not for newborns, children, or women. It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking in case you suffer from any cardiovascular disease. Men using nitrate drugs in any form should not take as a combination of nitrates and can lead to complications due to drop in blood pressure to unsafe levels.
What are the side effects of ?
A few mild & tolerable side effects are reported with , headache, facial flushing and stomach upset and blurring of vision or difficulty in blue & green color differentiation.
Medical advise should be sought immediately in the rare event of an erection lasting for more than 4hrs.
Is advisable in patient with an earlier case history of heart attacks?
In patients with an earlier case history of heart attacks, Nitrates are used by drugs for the therapeutic management. Usage of Nitrates with Sildenafil is strictly not recommended. Hence discussion with your cardiologist will be beneficial in deciding about the safety of usage in you.
I am a diabetic patient with erection problem, can I take ?
Diabetes is a known risk factor for ED. Clinical studies have shown that offers substantial benefits to diabetic patients suffering from ED. Also no drug interaction of sildenafil with antidiabetic drug like Tolbutamide has been reported. So your discussion with the doctor will help in arriving the effective dose of for you.
Will improve my sexual desire (libido)?
will work only after sexual stimulation. is not a hormone. It is not a aphrodisiac. It may not increase your desire. It's a prescription medicine that can improve Erectile Dysfunction.
Can I take with my blood pressure lowering drugs?
(sildenafil citrate) is well tolerated in patients receiving anti-hypertensive
(Blood pressure lowering) drugs and has not been observed to be associated with major decrease in blood pressure. So you can use even if you are on anti-hypertensive drugs.
In which type of patients lower dose of is advised?
The usual dose of is 50mg about 30minute to one hour before sexual intercourse.
But an initial dose of 25mg is recommended in elderly patients over 65 years, and in those with severe kidney or liver dysfunction or who are taking medicines like erythromycin (antibiotic) or Ketoconazole (antifungal medicine). Your professonal may decide to increasing the dosage from 25mg according to response if appropriate.
When I should take ?
You should take 30 minutes to one hour before engaging in sexual activity.