What is Viagra (Sildenafil)?

Sildenafil relaxes muscles and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body.

Sildenafil under the name Viagra is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. Another brand of sildenafil is Revatio, which is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension and improve exercise capacity in men and women.

Sildenafil may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.

How should I take Viagra (Sildenafil)?

Take sildenafil exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take it in larger doses or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Revatio is usually taken three times each day, about 4 to 6 hours apart.

Viagra is usually taken only when needed, 30 minutes to 1 hour before sexual activity. You may take it up to 4 hours before sexual activity. Do not take Viagra more than once per day.

Viagra can help you have an erection when sexual stimulation occurs. An erection will not occur just by taking a pill. Follow your doctor's instructions.

If you become dizzy or nauseated, or have pain, numbness, or tingling in your chest, arms, neck, or jaw during sexual activity, stop and call your doctor right away. You could be having a serious side effect of sildenafil.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

 
 
 

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Rated Viagra for Erectile Dysfunction

Posted 01/26/2007 (about 1 year ago)

7 of 8 people found the following helpful:

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Works a treat but but gives a rather unatural experience Does exactly what it says on the tin but gives a rather unsatisfactory and unatural sexual experience.

My ED may have been initially due to precription durg (proton pump inhibitors) side efects.

I now take L-Arginine (500mg three times per day + extra dose a few hours before sexual activity) and find this works more naturally for me although I keep Viagra in reserve..
I also take a selection of other viatmins and food supplements including high EPA Fish Oils capsules.

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Rated Viagra for Erectile Dysfunction

Posted 06/29/2006 (about 1 year ago)

5 of 6 people found the following helpful:

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Too awkward Yes, it gave me an erection but only if I didn't have ANY fat or oil in my meals that day - it apparently is negated by fat and this can be a strong effect in some individuals. It also gave me a constant runny nose, flushing, and an anxious feeling. I was disappointed with the shortness of its effectiveness - the window period for me was one or two hours - after that, it didn't help. I consider Viagra a good beginning to solving this problem. Cialis was a big improvement.

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