- Erectile dysfunction treatment
- Cheaper generic sildenafil available
- Helps you to get and maintain an erection
- Also known as "the little blue pill"
- Always read the patient information leaflet before use
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Viagra, which is often called the little blue pill, is a treatment for erectile dysfunction or impotence that will help you to get things going when you’re enjoying some alone time with your partner. If you struggle to get or maintain an erection, Viagra could be the treatment for you, as it helps you to get hard and stay hard, so you and your partner can enjoy your most intimate moments together.
How Viagra works
Viagra contains an active ingredient called sildenafil, which is one of a group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. It relaxes the blood vessels in your penis, making it easier for your blood to flow where it needs to for you to get an erection. It only gets to work when you’re sexually stimulated, so take it around an hour before you’re planning on having sex to make sure you’re prepared to get it up and get down to business.
Directions
Take Viagra around one hour before you plan on having sex. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Some find that Viagra can take longer to work if you take it with a heavy meal, so keep this in mind if you decide to take this medication with food. It will usually work within 30 minutes to an hour, but will only help you to get an erection if you’re sexually stimulated.
What dose should I be taking?
If you’re taking Viagra for the first time, then you should ask your doctor or pharmacist to help you to choose the correct dose. The recommended starting dose is 50mg, but you can change this dose after consulting with a medical professional if you feel that you need to. Do not take more than 100mg of Viagra in a single dose, and do not take more than once a day.
Side effects
Like all medications, Viagra can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. Common side effects you may experience include:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Facial flushing
- Hot flushes
- Indigestion
- Visual disturbances, e.g. colour tinge to vision, blurred vision, etc.
- Stuffy nose
- Dizziness
If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product, stop use and speak to your doctor or pharmacist. For a full list of possible side effects, please see the patient information leaflet included with your medication. For more information about reporting the side effects of medication, please see the MHRA’s Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
If you experience any of the following side effects, stop use and seek immediate medical help:
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction, e.g. sudden wheeziness, difficulty breathing, dizziness, swelling of the eyelids, face, mouth, tongue, or throat
- Chest pains. If you experience these during or after intercourse, sit up and try to relax. Do not use medicines which contain nitrates to ease your chest pain
- Prolonged, sometimes painful erections. If you have an erection for more than 4 hours, speak to a doctor immediately
- Sudden decrease or loss of vision
- Serious skin reactions, e.g. severe peeling or swelling of the skin, blistering of the mouth, genitals, and around the eyes, fever
- Seizures or fits
Warnings
Viagra is not suitable for use in children under the age of 18. This product should not be taken by women. This product should not be taken by those who do not have erectile dysfunction. Do not use this product if you are allergic to sildenafil or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not take this medication if you have:
- Severe heart or liver problems
- Recently had a stroke or heart attack
- Low blood pressure
- Certain rare inherited eye diseases, e.g. retinitis pigmentosa
- Loss of vision due to non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION), or have ever had this
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you have:
- Blood problems, e.g. sickle cell anaemia, leukaemia, multiple myeloma
- Deformity of your penis or Peyronie’s Disease
- Heart problems
- Stomach ulcer or bleeding problems, e.g. haemophilia
- Kidney or liver problems
- An intolerance to some sugars, e.g. lactose
Alcohol
You should not drink excessive amounts of alcohol while taking Viagra, as it can temporarily keep you from getting an erection.
Other medications
If you’re taking any other medication you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Some medications can interact when used together, causing unwanted effects or making your medication less effective. You should especially speak to your doctor before taking this product if you’re taking:
- Medicines called nitrates, which are often used for the relief of angina or chest pain, e.g. glyceryl trinitrate (GTN), isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate
- Any medicines known as nitric oxide donors, e.g. amyl nitrate (also known as poppers)
- Riociguat, which is used for pulmonary hypertension
- Protease inhibitors, such as those used to treat HIV
- Alpha-blocker therapies, which are used to treat high blood pressure or prostate enlargement
- Any other oral or local treatments for erectile dysfunction
- Treatments for pulmonary arterial hypertension which contain sildenafil or other PDE5 inhibitors
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place which is below 30 degrees C. Do not use this product if the expiry date printed on the original packaging has passed. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
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How long will the effects of Viagra last?
Viagra usually lasts for around 4 – 6 hours, with 5 being average.
With this in mind, when you’ve taken your little blue pill you can take your time and enjoy yourself for a good few hours of fun with your partner.
What causes erectile dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction, sometimes known as impotence, is a common problem amongst men and may be caused by age, being overweight, smoking, drinking too much alcohol, or having a medical condition like diabetes, high blood pressure, or cardiovascular disease.
The inability to create or maintain an erection happens when there isn’t enough blood flowing to the penis, if the penis cannot trap blood, or when the nerve signals don’t send the signal of arousal to the penis.
Diabetes can cause nerve damage in the penis, in addition to certain cancer treatments affecting its functionality.
Do I need a prescription for this medication?
You do need a prescription for this medication in the UK.
Our healthcare professionals can provide prescriptions if they think this treatment would be right for you and your condition.
When you click the button which reads “Start Consultation” at the top of this page, you’ll see a short questionnaire set up by our healthcare team which is designed to help them understand your medical needs.
Just like an in-person consultation with your GP, our doctors will assess your answers to their questions and write a prescription for the treatment they think will be best for you.
You’ll then be able to pay for your medication and we’ll send it out to you quickly and in discreet packaging.
Is Viagra suitable for women?
Viagra is designed to be used in men only, and should not be taken by women.
If you’re unsure whether this medication is right for you, speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
