Some Basics about Viagra

Generic Name: sildenafil

Brand Name: Viagra

Mode of apply: oral

Viagra is the most recognized brand for the treatment of impotence in men. Impotence happens to about one in ten men. This disease can be safely and effectively treated with a number of methods- one of the most effective therapies is Viagra.

Viagra acts by increasing blood flow into certain areas of the penis, helping to have an erection. The active component of the drug Sildenafil Citrate is applied for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men and pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Viagra is manufactured in tablets (oral use) and is available in – 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg doses. Taking Viagra drug is recommended when needed or for daily use, but not more often than every 24 hours. Do not take Viagra with  Revatio (the other brand of sildenafil) or with other impotence therapies.

Before you start taking Viagra, inform your doctor about all the chronic diseases you have and tell him if you are allergic to sildenafil citrate. This information should be taken into consideration when prescribing the drug.

Males with certain diseases, over 65 years of age are usually advised to take Viagra even less often than every 24 hours to make sure the therapy does not cause harm to their health. Age should be seriously thought as a factor that increases man’s sensitivity to the side effects of the drug.

Your doctor should have all the information about any of the health conditions you have ever been diagnosed with. This will help to determine the exact dosage you need for performing sexually and avoiding serious side effects.