Frequently Asked Questions

 

1) What is ED?

Erectile dysfunction, or ED, is the medical term for impotence, which is the inability to get and or keep an erection for sufficient satisfactory sexual activity.

2) Are erection difficulties really a problem or just in your mind?

Studies have shown that most ED is caused by actual health problems. These problems can include high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes. ED can also be linked to smoking, drinking too much, or stress. VIAGRA can help with ED if caused by these problems.

3) Approximately how many men have ED?

There are about 30 million men in the United States alone that suffer from some form of ED, which includes about half of all men aged between 40 to 70 years old.

4) What is VIAGRA?

VIAGRA (sildenafil citrate) is a breakthrough treatment for male erectile dysfunction or ED. It is a convenient, discreet pill you take only when you want to have sex.

VIAGRA can help many men who have ED get and keep an erection when they become sexually stimulated, either physically or visually.

5) How does VIAGRA work?

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, restricting the blood flow out of the penis. With more blood flowing in and less flowing out, the penis enlarges, resulting in an erection.

If the nerves or blood vessels associated with this process aren't working properly, a man may not be able to get or maintain an erection. VIAGRA 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.

6) If ED doesn't happen often. Is VIAGRA still for me?

Even if it happens once in a while! Most men with ED have it just some of the time. VIAGRA is the number one prescribed medicine for ED in the world, whether your ED is occasional or not.

7) How well does VIAGRA work?

VIAGRA® (sildenafil citrate) improves erections in up to 4 of 5 men compared with 1 out of 4 who took placebos.

8) Will VIAGRA work as soon as I take it?

VIAGRA is ready to work in your body in as little as 30 minutes in some cases and can stay ready to work for up to 4 hours.

9) Does VIAGRA automatically cause an erection?

No. With VIAGRA, you must be sexually aroused to get an erection. If you take VIAGRA and are not sexually stimulated, nothing will happen-you won't get an erection just by taking the pill. VIAGRA is not a hormone or an aphrodisiac. It's a prescription medication that can improve the erectile function.

10) How much VIAGRA can I take?

VIAGRA comes in different doses (we only supply VIAGRA in 100 mg). Like many medications, your healthcare provider may have to adjust your initial VIAGRA dose if it doesn't produce the desired results or you're bothered by side effects. Do not take more VIAGRA than your healthcare provider prescribes. VIAGRA can be used up to once a day as needed.

If you are older than 65 years, have a serious liver or kidney problem, or are taking protease inhibitors, such as for the treatment of HIV, your healthcareprovider may start you at the lowest (25-mg) dose of VIAGRA.

11) How often can I take VIAGRA?

For most patients, VIAGRA should be taken only once a day as needed. In patients taking certain protease inhibitors (such as for the treatment of HIV), it is recommended to not exceed a maximum single dose of 25 mg of VIAGRA in a 48-hour period.

12) Who should not take VIAGRA?

VIAGRA is only for patients with ED, it is NOT a recreational drug. VIAGRA is not for newborns, children, or women. Do not let anyone else take your VIAGRA. VIAGRA must be used only under a healthcare provider's supervision.

Before you start any treatment with VIAGRA, be sure to ask your healthcare provider if your heart is healthy enough. If you're a man who uses nitrate drugs, like nitroglycerine, you should never take VIAGRA. The combination of VIAGRA and nitrates can make your blood pressure suddenly drop to unsafe levels. You could get dizzy, faint, or even have a heart attack or stroke. Nitrates are found in many prescription medications that are used to treat angina (chest pain due to heart disease).

13) What if VIAGRA doesn't work?

While VIAGRA is effective in up to 4 of 5 men, it's not effective for everyone. If it doesn't work for you, contact your healthcare provider or doctor to discuss other treatment options.

14) What if I haven't had sex in a while?

Because sexual activity can be demanding on the heart, doctors sometimes determine that for men with certain heart conditions, sex is not recommended, with or without medication for ED. Patients who are in poor cardiovascular health should talk to their doctor before engaging in any strenuous activity. If you are not sure of your cardiovascular health, talk to your doctor.

15) What are the side effects of VIAGRA?

Like all medications, VIAGRA can cause some side effects. These are usually mild and don't last longer than a few hours. Some of these side effects are more likely to occur with higher doses of VIAGRA. With VIAGRA, the most common side effects are headache, facial flushing, and upset stomach and wind. VIAGRA may also briefly cause bluish or blurred vision or sensitivity to light. In the rare event of an erection lasting more than 4 hours, you should seek immediate medical help.

16) Can I take VIAGRA after eating?

Yes, but taking VIAGRA after a high-fat meal (such as a beefburger and fries) may cause the medication to take a little longer to start working.

17) Can I take VIAGRA with alcohol?

Drinking alcohol can temporarily impair the ability to get an erection. To get the maximum benefit from your medication, you should not drink large amounts of alcohol before taking VIAGRA.

18) Can I eat whatever I want when I take VIAGRA?

You can eat a meal when you take VIAGRA. But a high-fat meal (such as a hamburger) will cause VIAGRA to take longer to start working.

19) Will I still have an erection after sex?

VIAGRA helps a man's body achieve what it would do on its own if he didn't have ED. If a man takes VIAGRA and has sex, the erection should go away after intercourse just like it would normally.

20) VIAGRA is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED).

Remember that no medicine is for everyone. The most common side effects of VIAGRA are headache, facial flushing, and upset stomach. Less commonly, bluish vision, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light may briefly occur.