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Viagra FAQ

After extensive search, Viagra FAQ provide questions to the popular enquires about Viagra.

What Viagra made of?

Viagra FAQViagra consists of Sildenafil Citrate, a PDE5 inhibitor.

Researchers discovered Viagra during drug trials for blood pressure medications.

Although Sildenafil did help with lowering blood pressure, the most significant result was enabling men who had previously suffered from erectile dysfunction (ED) to achieve erections when sexually stimulated.

Viagra priceIn 1998 pharmaceutical giant Pfizer patented Sildenafil as Viagra and marketed it under the name Viagra®.

Since then, Viagra has become one of the most familiar and used prescription medication ever.

Brand Viagra® and generic Viagra consist of the same active ingredient Sildenafil and from the point of view of the user they are identical and interchangeable.

Pfizer owns the patent for brand name Viagra. As a result it is far more expensive that generic Viagra.

How does Viagra work?

The active ingredient of Viagra, Sildenafil, blocks or inhibits PDE5, an enzyme that makes it harder for men to achieve erections. Men’s bodies produce more PDE5 as they age which explains the increase in ED.

Viagra does not cause erections in users. If a man takes Viagra yet remains un-stimulated sexually, no erection will occur.

However, if a man experiences sexual stimulation subsequent to taking Viagra, he will experience erections with greater ease and duration.

This explains why Viagra sometimes doesn’t work. If the user fails to feel sexually aroused then it may appear that Viagra is not working.

Does Viagra increase libido?

No, Viagra does not effect libido, either positively or negatively. Viagra has no effect on one’s libido levels.

Does Viagra increase stamina?

Viagra does not effect one’s overall stamina or give one increased energy. However, Viagra will help men achieve and sustain erections when engaged in sexual activity.

Does Viagra help prevent premature ejaculation (PE)?

Viagra has no effect of PE. It will not stop men coming when engaged in sexual activity. Neither does it cause PE. Viagra is PE neutral.

There are treatments designed specifically to prevent ED. The most common one is Priligy composed of Dapoxetine. Dapoxetine can be taken in combination with Viagra. There are specific combination pills that combine Sildenafil with Dapoxetine. Users overcome ED while avoiding PE.

What Viagra dosage is best?

The most common dosage strengths of Viagra are 25mg, 50mg and 100mg. The best dosage depends of the user.

50mg Viagra is the standard dosage. For mild cases of ED, 25mg Viagra may be sufficient.

Viagra with 100mg of Sildenafil may be needed for those who either suffer extreme ED or are otherwise insensitive to the effects of Viagra.

Can Viagra be taken daily?

Doctors do not recommend taking Viagra more than once every 24 hours. However it is entirely permissible to take Viagra daily.

What are Viagra side effects?

Most users do not suffer side effects from Viagra which explains it widespread adoption and use my millions of men worldwide.

However the are a number of reoccuring side effects that a small percentage of users experience. For some men, Viagra can cause:

  • headaches
  • distorted vision
  • flushing
  • feeling of being bloated
  • dizziness
  • diarrhea
  • stuffy nose

Viagra side effects are temporary, not permanent. They go away after the effects of Viagra subsides. Usually within 5 to 6 hours after taking.

Does Viagra affect blood pressure?

Viagra does not significantly affect blood pressure, which was why it was developed as erectile disfynction treatment rather than a blood pressure regulator. If Viagra has any affect on blood pressure it would be to lower it. The effects of Viagra with regards to blood pressure should only concern those suffering from acute hypotension (low blood pressure).

Who should not take Viagra?

Generally, people who are suffering serious heart disorders should not take Viagra. This is particularly true of men who are taking some form of nitrates.

Viagra can also cause problems when combined with other drugs such as:

  • cisapride
  • methscopolamine nitrate
  • nitroprusside

Also you should not mix Viagra with nitrates like:

  • amyl nitrite
  • isosorbide dinitrate
  • isosorbide mononitrate
  • nitroglycerin

This is not an exhaustive list. If you are taking other medications or are suffering health complications you should consult with your doctor before taking Viagra.

Viagra effectiveness

Does Viagra work after eating?

Viagra will still work on a full stomach but it will reduce its effects. This is particularly true when taking Viagra after eating fat-based foods. The presence of fat inhibits the absorption if Sildenafil.

For full effect and quick uptake, take Viagra on an empty stomach. If that is not possible consider a higher dose of Viagra.

Is taking Viagra with alcohol safe or effective?

Alcohol does not impair the effectiveness of Viagra. However an over-consumption of alcohol may impair one’s ability to perform sexually and maintain a sufficient erection.

Alcohol drunken in moderation works best when taking Viagra to improve sexual performance

Will Viagra fix performance anxiety?

Viagra has no effect on the nervous system. It does not alter one’s mood or mental attitude.

However, with increased sexual performance abilities, it is very possible that it will reduce performance anxiety.

Performance anxiety due to the occurrence of PE as well as ED can be treated with a combination ED & PE tablet mentioned. PE and ED combination tablets decrease performance anxiety because performance capacity  increases.

What is better – generic Viagra or brand name Viagra?

Both brand Viagra® and generic Viagra consist of the same ingredients, Sildenafil and from a user’s perspective there is no difference.

Although Pfizer owns the patent for Viagra®, it has long expired in many countries. Other countries such as India never recognised it in the first place. The Viagra patent expired in the UK in 2013.

The main difference between brand Viagra and generic Viagra is the price. Brand Viagra can cost up to 10 times the cost of generic Viagra in many instances. Despite that, many people still prefer brand Viagra because it comes with greater assurance that they are using the genuine article.

Which is better – Viagra or Cialis or Levitra?

All 3 of these popular ED pills uses a PDE5 inhibitors and works in a similar way in helping men overcome ED. However, the PDE5 inhibitors used are different provide a different user experience with regards to duration and effectiveness.

Trials have indicated that a majority of men prefer Cialis over Viagra, yet Viagra remains a popular and effective ED treatment.

For a more in-depth look at the difference see: Viagra vs Cialis vs Levitra