How do you take Viagra?
Viagra is not an aphrodisiac, or a cure for failing masculinity, although there may be some who would argue this point. Nevertheless, it has become the first-line choice for managing the physical consequences of erectile dysfunction. The major advantages of Viagra are that it is taken orally; is active within one hour after taking it; has a fairly good success rate; and is generally well tolerated.
The following points should be considered when choosing and using this kind of medication:
• Most men are started on a 50 milligram dose. This can be increased to 100 milligrams or decreased to 25 milligrams, depending on its effectiveness and the patient's tolerance.
• It should be taken one hour before sexual activity.
• It should not be taken more often than once a day.
• An erectile response will only occur with sexual stimulation either visual or physical.
• The drug is absorbed rapidly from your stomach,
but this may be delayed after a fatty meal or after taking alcohol.
The effect of Viagra will be enhanced with possible harmful side effects if it is taken together with the following drugs:
• Cimetidine (taken for peptic ulcers and acid reflux)
• Erythromycin (antibiotic)
• Ketaconazole (antibiotic).
Viagra is also not recommended if you have:
• severe liver disease
• low blood pressure
• a recent history of a stroke
• a recent history of a heart attack
• degenerative retinal disorders of the eye (eg retinitis pigmentosa)
• cardiovascular risk factors which make sexual intercourse inadvisable.
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