Details of Medication
Indications for use
The drug helps to effectively treat problems associated with erectile dysfunction, which is characterized by the inability to achieve or maintain an erection of the penis sufficient for sex satisfaction. Viagra's effectiveness will only be in the case of sexual stimulation.
Contraindications
There are some contraindications in the presence of which a man can not take Viagra:
- hypersensitivity to any component of the drug;
- personal intolerance to the drug due to the properties of the body;
- some possible health problems based on which it is contraindicated to take medicine;
- men using nitric oxide donators, organic nitrates, or nitrites in any form;
- underage (under 18 years of age).
With extreme caution, it is worth using the medicine for those men who have an anatomical deformation of the penis (for example, angulation, cavernous fibrosis, or Peyronne's disease). Be attentive to the body if there are diseases that predispose to the development of priapism (such as sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma leukemia, thrombocythemia), as well as diseases accompanied by bleeding, exacerbation of peptic ulcer, hereditary retinitis pigmentosa, heart failure, unstable angina pectoris, previous myocardial infarction, stroke or life-threatening arrhythmias, arterial hypertension.
Safety Information
Side effects of Viagra
Usually, the side effects are coming; they are easily tolerated and are not very pronounced. Also, the frequency of adverse events increases only with increasing doses. The main side effects are a strong excitatory state and slight nausea (if Viagra is used for the first time!).
Some men may experience the following side effects:
- pain in the abdomen and back, in joints and muscles;
- diarrhea and nausea, vomiting;
- dizziness, increased muscle tone, insomnia;
- nasal congestion, respiratory infections, respiratory failure, sinusitis, and pharyngitis;
- rash and allergic reaction to the components of the drug;
- conjunctivitis, blurred vision;
- redness in the eyes or enhanced light perception;
- dysfunction of the prostate gland.
The drug is taken orally. It is necessary to use the drug half an hour - an hour before intercourse.
Can everyone take Viagra (sildenafil)?
Sildenafil is just the same substance that helps with erection. But it should not be used if, in parallel, a man takes any of the following nitro drugs:
- isosorbide mononitrate (Ismo, Monoket, Imdur);
- isosorbide dinitrate (Izordil, Sorbitrate);
- sublingual nitroglycerin tablets or sprays (Nitrostat, Nitrolingual Spray);
- transdermal nitroglycerin pastes (Minitran, Nitro-Dur, Transderm-Nitro).
If, during the application of the drug, there is a feeling of pain in the chest, then you should consult a doctor.
Viagra is a special drug that should be used only when necessary and also if there is a deviation in the body. During the use of Viagra, you should always be prepared for side effects because something will still appear.