Viagra for Men: The Notable ED pill

Introduction:

When Viagra was discovered in 1989, the researchers at Pfizer’s thought that they have found an effective treatment for hypertension and angina. But what they did not know was that this could lead to a ground-breaking discovery of an erectile dysfunction pill, which would break the taboo of erectile dysfunction among men.

Back then, erectile dysfunction was considered to be an untreatable condition. In this condition, the man is not able to obtain a proper erection for a physical intercourse. Commonly seen in men with increasing age, this condition is/was also found in younger men belonging to 25-30 age groups. With the discovery of Viagra, erectile dysfunction was no longer a trouble as it could easily help a man get back his lost potency. Today, you can find Viagra online or also, in any medical store of your choice. But you need to get a proper approval from your doctor first.

So, how did this medication become popular eventually? How does it cure erectile dysfunction in men? And what dosing instructions you can follow to take this ED pill for the best results?

Let us learn it in details.

What is Viagra all about?

Viagra is an oral prescription medicine used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Most men prefer this medication because of its effectiveness in bringing about a considerable improvement in their erection capability. The active ingredient in this medication is Sildenafil.

It is possibly the most famous erectile dysfunction medicine in the world. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved its use for treating erectile dysfunction in the year 1998. Since then, it has been playing an important role in saving millions of men from this troublesome health condition. This year, it has completed 20 years in the market of ED pills.

How does Viagra function?

The main function of this ingredient is to dilate the blood vessels so as to facilitate a free blood flow. The working mechanism of Viagra in the treatment of erectile dysfunction is quite simple. It helps to block the PDE5 (phosphodiesterase type 5) enzyme which is found in men who are impotent. This enzyme degrades the important chemical called cGMP (cyclic guanosine monophosphate). By blocking PDE5, Viagra helps in releasing more cGMP that in turn, relaxes the muscles around the blood vessels.

 This causes the blood to flow freely to the corpus cavernosum (an erectile tissue in the penis) which results in an erection. It takes around 1 hour to show its peak effects. So, it is normally recommended to take this pill 30-60 minutes before a physical intercourse.

Special facts about this ED pill:

Viagra is known to be an accidental discovery. It was initially developed to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension and angina, a chest pain associated with coronary heart disease. It’s because this drug was seen to dilate blood vessels and help in the supply of oxygen-rich blood to the heart.

Also, due to this very fact, Viagra is seen to improve athletic performance in most men. As more oxygen-rich blood is supplied to the pulmonary system, the person feels less fatigued or tired.

However, it does not mean that Viagra is approved for such conditions. It is an erectile dysfunction medicine which is prescribed for the treatment of erectile dysfunction only. So, it is advisable to have a talk with your doctor first before using this ED drug for any other purpose.

 Is Viagra safe for daily use?

Viagra is available in doses of 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg and 200 mg. these are high and powerful doses which are meant for use only once in a day. Also, these are not meant for daily use. These ED pills are use-as-needed medications and therefore, should not be used frequently.

So, it is advisable to take this medication only when required and as prescribed by your doctor. If you want to go for daily dosing, there are other ED pills available which are available at lower doses and are meant for daily use.

How to use Viagra for best results?

The ideally recommended dose for Viagra is 50 mg if you are using it for the first time. Depending on your health condition and tolerance, this dose might change accordingly.

•        It is normally recommended to take this medication 30-60 minutes before physical intercourse.

•        You can take Viagra with or without food but this pill works the best without food.

•        Do not take this medication for more than once in a day.

•        Avoid the consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking this medication.

•        Also, do not consume alcoholic drinks while n this medication as it can deter the effectiveness of the ED pill.

If you have any previously known health condition, you must let your doctor know about it beforehand. Also, if you are taking other drugs which are not compatible with Viagra, make sure to disclose it to the doctor.