Viagra is a well known and widely accepted drug, its active ingredient is Sildenafil. It was first developed by the company Pfizer in 1989 for the treatment of high blood pressure and angina (chest pain). Viagra was approved for use in Australia in 1998, just nine months after its approval in the United States of America.
It is most commonly used to treat ED also known as erectile dysfunction, but also is used for various cardiovascular disorders and even certain ophthalmic disorders.
What are the negative effects of Viagra?
Common side effects include headaches and heart burn. Rare and uncommon side effects can include prolonged erections which can lead to permanent damage to the penis.
Viagra is commercially sold internationally as solid oral tablets. The doses can be anywhere from twenty five to one hundred milligrams, depending on the reason for use, the patients age and how well the patients kidney is functioning. When the reason for taking Viagra is erectile dysfunction the patient is advised to take one Viagra tablet at a frequency of once per day, thirty minutes to one hour before the patient plans on having sexual activity for best results.
Can Viagra be harmful?
Drugs that should not be taken with Viagra include drugs classified as nitrates, these are such medications like nitroglycerin, and this is because a combination of Viagra with such a nitrate drug can lead to a potentially fatal drop in blood pressure, signs of this may include dizziness and fatigue. Other patients that might be affected by Viagra are patients with HIV infections that are being treated with protease inhibitors. These protease inhibitors prevent the metabolism of Viagra’s active ingredient, leading to an increased level in plasma which can lead to an increase in how severe the side effects can present.
Does viagra have a generic version?
Viagra is to date one of the most generic drugs on the market today. This is because of the wide appeal many patients find in taking such a medication. Due to this wide appeal there are many patients who try to acquire Viagra in less than ideal ways, including buying Viagra without a prescriptions and/or buy off brand or generic Viagra. The efficiency, wide popularity and discretion of the internet, has made buying Viagra online very popular. There are numerous websites that advertise the sale of such a product. There is a risk in purchasing Viagra via these means, because there is no certainty that what is being sold is a legitimate product. Patients may be left wanting more, due to lower potency as otherwise advertised or even a greater potency that could lead to life threatening side effects.
How can I get Viagra?
Buying Viagra in Australia has been greatly controlled with the implementation of making its purchase with a prescription only. Being a prescription drug only certifies that a patient goes to a reputable and trusted drug store to receive proper medication. Due to this fact that use of Viagra is greatly reduced, ensuring that patients are treated with necessary medication for their diverse array of diagnosis. Due to the treatment of diverse diagnosis, it can be expected to receive a prescription in Australia from either a licensed doctor, optometrist, dentists and even midwives.