While ED drugs may not be physically addictive, Dr. Which is ironic, because performance anxiety is one of the reasons that many young and healthy men have been turning to ED drugs in the first place. But many of the men we interviewed for this story seemed to feel that way. Last and perhaps most importantly, you should never, ever, ever put your health in jeopardy for an erection.
Think of the 50 or year-old you in the future, who just might legitimately need ED drugs someday. Do you really want to deny him any erections just because you wanted to be a human battering ram? United States. Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. If you're not sure if you're taking a nitrate, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Sildenafil is called by the brand names Viagra for erectile dysfunction and Revatio for pulmonary hypertension. Sildenafil is not suitable for some people.
Do not take sildenafil if you: have had an allergic reaction to sildenafil Viagra or any other medicines in the past are taking medicines called nitrates for chest pain have a serious heart or liver problem have recently had a stroke or a heart attack have low blood pressure have a rare inherited eye disease, such as retinitis pigmentosa Check with your doctor before taking sildenafil if you: have sickle cell anaemia an abnormality of red blood cells , leukaemia cancer of blood cells or multiple myeloma cancer of bone marrow have a deformity of your penis or Peyronie's disease curved penis have a heart problem.
Your doctor should carefully check whether your heart can take the additional strain of having sex. Private prescription You can also get sildenafil on a private prescription from your doctor. From a pharmacy You can buy sildenafil from a pharmacy following a discussion with the pharmacist.
It's important to take it as advised by your doctor or pharmacist. How much will I take for erectile dysfunction? The usual dose is 50mg, when you need it no more than once a day. The dose can be increased to mg or decreased to 25mg depending on its effect. How much will I take for pulmonary hypertension? The usual adult dose is 20mg taken 3 times a day. Doses for children can range from 10mg to 20mg taken 3 times a day, depending on their weight. How to take it Swallow tablets whole with a glass of water or juice but not grapefruit juice.
Liquid sildenafil If you or your child are taking sildenafil as a liquid, 1ml is usually the same as taking a 10mg tablet, but it's important to always check the medicine label. Liquid sildenafil will usually be made up for you by your pharmacist. The medicine will come with a plastic syringe or spoon to help you take the right amount. What if I forget to take it? Never take 2 doses at the same time. Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one. If you often forget doses, it may help to set an alarm to remind you.
What if I take too much? Taking too much sildenafil by accident can cause unpleasant side effects, such as: headaches dizziness indigestion blocked nose altered vision Talk to your doctor if you have taken too much sildenafil and you're worried about these side effects. Common side effects Common side effects happen in more than 1 in people. If you get these side effects, keep taking the medicine, but tell your doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or do not go away: headaches feeling sick hot flushes, including facial flushing indigestion a colour tinge to your vision or blurred vision stuffy nose dizziness Serious side effects Serious side effects are rare and happen in less than 1 in 1, people.
Stop taking sildenafil and call a doctor straight away if you get : chest pains - if this happens during or after sex, get into a semi-sitting position and try to relax; do not use nitrates to treat your chest pain prolonged and sometimes painful erections - if you have an erection that lasts for more than 4 hours, contact a doctor immediately a sudden decrease or loss of vision a serious skin reaction - symptoms may include fever, severe peeling and swelling of the skin, blistering of the mouth, genitals and around the eyes seizures Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to sildenafil.
These are not all the side effects of sildenafil. For a full list, see the leaflet inside your medicines packet. Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. Sildenafil is not recommended in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Non-urgent advice: Tell your doctor if you're:. Some medicines do not mix well with sildenafil. Tell your doctor if you're taking these medicines before you start sildenafil : nitrates for chest pain riociguat for pulmonary hypertension recreational drugs called poppers, such as amyl nitrite Mixing sildenafil with herbal remedies and supplements Some complementary therapies may have ingredients that could interfere with sildenafil and cause side effects.
Important Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins or supplements. How does sildenafil work? Sildenafil belongs to a group of medicines called phosphodiesterase 5 PDE5 inhibitors. This increases the blood supply to the lungs and reduces the workload of the heart.
How well does it work for erection problems? Sildenafil works well for erectile dysfunction. In general, at least two-thirds of men say they have harder erections after taking it. If sildenafil does not work for you, it may be because: you have not waited long enough after taking it before trying to have sex you have waited too long after taking it to have sex the dose is not high enough you're not sexually aroused enough. How long does it take to work? Sildenafil usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes.
It's triggered by sexual stimulation, so you need to be aroused for it to work. How long will it work for? You should be able to get an erection at any time between 1 and 4 hours after taking sildenafil. Your erection should go away after you have had sex. Can I take it as often as I want? Viagra contains the active ingredient Sildenafil, which is also available in an unbranded generic form.
It works by promoting muscle relaxation and vasodilation widening of the blood vessels , allowing greater blood flow to the penis. This helps you achieve a firmer and longer-lasting erection.
More satisfying sex for you and your partner. Viagra is also available in doses of 25mg and mg, so your prescriber will be able to advise whether a lower or higher dose might suit you better.
Important note : You should never take more than one tablet per day — or take more than the maximum prescribed dose of mg. Indeed, doses over mg have shown no increased advantages for treating ED, and they raise the risk of side effects — and this would typically be outside the terms of the product license in any case. In fact, you need to be sexually aroused and stimulated for the drug to take effect. One study found that a firm erection could be achieved with as little as 12 minutes of stimulation, but for some men it can take up to an hour.
However, the effects can last for 4 hours and sometimes longer, so you may find you can achieve multiple erections in that time! Certain lifestyle choices can help or hinder the effectiveness of Viagra. At the time you take the tablet, you can maximise your potential for a good first experience by:.
You could always get creative and try different settings and times for sex, to see what helps you become aroused. Numerous clinical trials have demonstrated that Viagra is a very safe drug, and most men have a positive experience of the treatment.
Important note: You must be a man over the age of 18 to take Viagra. When side effects do occur , these are generally mild and short-lived. Most commonly you might experience some flushing, stomach ache or indigestion, or a headache.
If you do have any mild side-effect reaction to Viagra, you can also consult your prescriber to see if a lower dose might work better for you.
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