Viagra is one of the most popular medications used to treat the inability to attain and keep an erection among men. It contains sildenafil which helps treat erectile dysfunction by boosting the flow of blood into the penis during sexual stimulation. The increased blood flow into the penis is what makes a man be able to have and maintain a hard erection that lasts until one completes having sex. It helps treat this problem by making the blood vessels to relax in the lungs, thus enabling blood to flow easily.
In case you are taking Viagra to treat erectile dysfunction, it is good to note that it is not used to cure the erectile dysfunction or boost your sexual desire. In addition, it does not prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections, so it is good take other forms of control in the process.
How to use the medicine
Viagra comes in tablet form and should be taken orally. It is important that you follow the instructions provided by your doctor. You should also use the drug when you want to have sexual activity, but not just for fun or make it a habit of taking the medication for daily purposes. The best time to take it is one hour before you engage in sexual intercourse, but you can also take it from four hours to half an hour before engaging in sexual intercourse. It should not be taken more than one time in every twenty four hours. In case you suffer from any medical health conditions or you are taking certain drugs, you need to inform your doctor for more advice. Make sure you ask your doctor for anything that you cannot understand; it is good to ask your doctor for more clarification.
Advantages of taking Viagra
There are many physical and psychological benefits that you get by taking Viagra. It helps in boosting your self confidence and self esteem because you gain the energy to satisfy your partner sexually. The drug goes a long way in boosting your sexual health. It also help in reducing the stress and depression you might suffer for failing to attain a hard and long lasting erection during sexual intercourse. The drug is safe to be used unlike most other drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction. Therefore, you have peace of mind because you know that there are no severe side effects you suffer after taking this medication.
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