Viagra the brand name of the drug Sildenafil is a popular treatment for male erectile dysfunction. Viagra relaxes the muscles found in the blood vessel walls and increases blood flow to certain parts of the body. The increased blood flow is why it is so popular in the treatment of male impotence or erectile dysfunction. By increase the flow of blood to the penis it allows the male to become erect follow sexual arousal, Viagra assists in making the penis erect, but without sexual arousal an erection is still not possible. Viagra is typically sold in 50 mg pills and a single pill is a typical dose for adult males. Viagra should be taken about an one hour before sex, but can be taken up to four hours before intercourse is initiated. Viagra should only be taken once per day and should be taken as needed, there is no benefit to taking Viagra therapeutically. Geriatric dosage of Viagra is about half the dose of a younger male, typically about 25 mg. Viagra is typically a safe product to use but like all drugs it has its side effects and dangers.
Some of the usual side effects are
- Flushing
- Headache
- Blurred vision
- Stuffy nose
- Muscle aches
- Sick to stomach
These are just the usual side effects and are not that worrying to a typical user. There are some other side effects that could arise, and if they do a doctor should be contacted as soon as possible.
Ringing ears Irregular heartbeatSwelling in extremities Shortness of breath Seizures Light headed
There are other potential problems to be aware of when taking Viagra specifically users need to be aware of interactions with other drugs that they are taking. There are numerous drugs that when taken in conjunction with Viagra can cause bad and potentially life threatening side effects. Any user should consult their doctor before taking this drug, but they should be extra vigilant if they are taking any of these nitrates for heart problems.
Nitro Isosorbide dinitrate Isosorbide mononitrate Also some recreational drugs
Taking any of these drugs with Viagra can cause a dangerous and sudden drop in blood pressure. Viagra is a drug that needs a prescription to buy in Australia, once a prescription is obtained at a local pharmacy. Like most drugs though there a trade in generic substitutes online and in licensed stores. There are numerous sites that sell true Viagra without a prescription, because they are licensed. They list their products as high quality cheap versions of the name brand drug, even going so far as telling the population that there is no difference between their unregulated drugs and the prescription versions. This is a safe way to buy Viagra because there is little to no regulation on drugs sold at these shops.
When buying online from a seller like these a consumer has idea what has been put into the drug and is relying on a seller to ensure their safety. The bottom line, when buying Viagra the consumer should be very weary of where and who they are getting their product from, and should probably stick to the online avenues of purchase.
I am self employed. General Practitioner in Melbourne, VIC. My special interest: male reproductive system.