Know Viagra

What is Viagra? How does Viagra work? If you want to know information on erectile dysfunction treatment medicine then Viagra is the right choice for you. Launched by Pfizer, Viagra has been prescribed all over the world to millions of men suffering from impotence related problem.

What is Viagra?
Viagra is approved for the treatment of men who have difficulty having and maintaining an erection (impotence).

Only buy Viagra made by Pfizer, there are many counterfeit products claiming to be Viagra that don't work. Real Viagra is a blue pill that has 'pfizer' on the front and 'vgr' followed by the pill strength in milligrams on the back.

How does Viagra work?
An erection is the result of an increase in blood flow into certain internal areas of the penis. Viagra works by enhancing the effects of one of the chemicals the body normally releases into the penis during sexual arousal. This allows an increase of blood flow into the penis.

How do I take Viagra?
Viagra is taken orally as a once daily dose, one hour before sexual activity. For more detailed information consult with your health care provider.

How long does it take for Viagra to be effective?
Viagra is rapidly absorbed. Maximum observed plasma concentrations are reached within 30 to 120 minutes (median 60 minutes) of oral dosing on an empty stomach. The time course of effect was examined in one study, showing an effect for up to 4 hours but the response was diminished compared to 2 hours.
When Viagra is taken with a high fat meal, the rate of effectiveness is reduced.

How is Viagra supplied?
Viagra is available as oral tablets in 25mg, 50mg and 100mg strengths. 50mg is the recommended dose size. If you are paying for medication yourself, you should always buy the 100mg size and split the pill into 50mg doses. This is because 50mg and 100mg pills cost about the same amount of money.

Viagra, a film-coated tablet, should be stored in a cool, dry place. We have received reports of people leaving Viagra in their vehicles, only to return to find the tablets melted together.

Are there any side effects with Viagra?
As with any drug products, there are side effects of the product in some people. The most commonly reported side effects in patients treated with Viagra during the testing of the product were: headache, flushing, stomach ache, urinary tract infection, diarrhea, dizziness, rash, and mild and temporary visual changes (color perception changes, light perception changes, and blurred vision). Stomach ache and abnormal vision were more common at 100 mg than at lower doses.

Can Viagra be used with other treatment for impotence?
The safety and effectiveness of Viagra when used with other treatment for impotence has not been studied. The use of such treatments in combination with Viagra is not recommended at present.

What if I am taking other drugs?
Always discuss with your health care practitioner ALL of the medications you are taking (prescription and over-the-counter). In that way, you can receive the best advice for your own situation. At present, Viagra is not recommended for people taking commonly prescribed short- and long-acting nitrates because the combination may lower blood pressure.