The most common problem in men is erectile dysfunction, which can happen in any age. This problem becomes even more common once men cross the age of 40 years. However, it can be treated with the help of a useful drug, Viagra.

What is Viagra?

It is an oral prescription pill, which treats loss of erection as well as inability to maintain it in men. Viagra has been used by millions of men ever since its approval in the year 1998. It is manufactured by Pfizer and available in all licensed pharmacies in many countries of the world. Viagra contains sildenafil as the main ingredient, which works in the body to improve blood circulation in and around areas of penis. It helps men treat their erectile dysfunction problem irrespective of its causes.

There are many causes of erectile dysfunction in men. It can be caused due to side effects of some of the prescription drugs. It can be caused due to some psychological problems such as depression or anxiety. Erectile dysfunction can also be caused due to ageing and some medical conditions such as kidney problems, Parkinson’s disease, and type-2 diabetes. Viagra has proven effective in treating erectile dysfunction caused by any of the above factors.

Viagra is available in strengths of 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg tablets. When you do medical consultation, the doctor prescribes a Viagra dosage that is best suited to you. You should take only the recommended dosage of Viagra, as taking a bigger dose or overdose may cause some undesirable side effects. The recommended dosage of Sildenafil should be taken 30 minutes to an hour before the start of sexual activity. Viagra will work better if you take it with an empty stomach.

Who can take Viagra?

Viagra is specifically designed for treating erectile dysfunction in men only. Women are not eligible to take Viagra for treating their sexual dysfunction problems. Although Viagra has shown safe and effective results in treating men with little or severe erectile dysfunction problems, you should not take it without doing a consultation with your GP.

Men with medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression in addition to normal erectile dysfunction have reported successful results after taking Viagra. So, if you are suffering from such conditions, you too can take Viagra after doing a medical consultation.

What are the side effects of Viagra?

As expected with all prescription drugs, Viagra also has its share of side effects. The most common side effects of Viagra are headache, facial flushing, and upset stomach. Some men have reported side effects such as blurred vision or sensitivity to light after taking Viagra. However, these side effects are very rare. The commonly occurring side effects of Viagra usually go away easily within few hours. You can consult your GP if you feel any type of discomfort after taking Viagra dosage.

One of the rarely occurring side effects of erectile dysfunction treatment drugs is pripiasm, which is defined as a continuous erection for more than four hours. If you experience pripiasm after taking dosages of Viagra, you should seek immediate medical help to avoid any damage to arteries or veins of penis.