Viagra and Erection Problems (erectile dysfunction)
What erection problems (erectile dysfunction) can Viagra (Sildenafil)
help?
Viagra (sildenafil) can help men who suffer with erection problems
(erectile dysfunction), also called impotence. This is an ongoing
problem with getting or keeping a hard enough erection to have sex to
their satisfaction. The erection problem results in the man being unable
to penetrate their partner or keep their erection to allow enjoyable
sex. Viagra (sildenafil) can be prescribed to alleviate this problem.
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How many men suffer with erection problems (erectile dysfunction)?
Most men, at some point in their lives, suffer with the occasional
erection problem often associated with stress, tiredness or drinking too
much alcohol. However it is estimated that at least one in ten men
suffer with frequent and long-standing erection problems (erectile
dysfunction) and it is these men who may be able to benefit from Viagra
(sildenafil). That means there are well over 2 million men in the UK who
suffer with erection problems. The problem becomes more frequent in
older men. It is probable that around 20 % of men between 50 and 54
years and 50 % of men between 70 and 74 years have erection problems.
It is estimated that only 10% of men who suffer with frequent and
long-standing erection problems (erectile dysfunction) actually seek
medical assistance. This is remarkable since effective treatments like
Viagra are available for many men that can really help.
What are the causes of erection problems (erectile dysfunction)?
Erection problems or erectile dysfunction is caused by both
psychological and physical factors. It is thought that in 75% of cases
there is a physical factor involved. Viagra can help in many cases
either on its own or with other approaches.
Psychological factors that contribute to or cause erection problems or
erectile dysfunction include; stress and anxiety from work or home,
conflicts and dissatisfaction with the partner, depression, unresolved
sexual orientation. Men with erection problems often suffer from the
fear of failure. Men who have suffered from erection problems in the
past worry about their performance, and this removes the pleasure of
feeling sexually excited. This in itself contributes to their erection
problems.
Physical factors that contribute to or cause erection problems or
erectile dysfunction include; diabetes, low blood flow to the penis or
too much leakage of blood from the penis, penile nerve damage, hormone
imbalance, alcohol and drug abuse including heavy smoking, high
cholesterol and stroke
Treatment of erection problems (erectile dysfunction)
Since there are many possible causes of erection problems, treatments
can vary a great deal but in many cases Viagra can help.
Sexual therapy can be of great help for men with erection problems with
a predominantly psychological cause. Often medicines are used in
association with such therapy.
If a physical cause is the main problem, such as a hormonal imbalance
addressing this can remove the erection problems. In some cases surgery
can ensure normal blood flow is restored. Treatment of depression can
remove erection problems caused by this.
In many cases medicines will be prescribed by a patient’s doctor to
directly assist the body to create and maintain a good erection. These
medicines can either be injected into the penis (E.g. Caverject (alprostadil),
inserted into the eye of the penis (E.g. MUSE (alprostadil)) or taken as
a tablet by mouth (E.g. Cialis (Tadalafil), Levitra (vardenafil) and
Viagra (sildenafil)
Vacuum pumps are another option to help men with erection problems get a
good erection.
How does Viagra (Sildenafil) work?
Viagra (Sildenafil) belongs to a group of medicines called “PDE5
inhibitors”. It is a blue oral tablet, which is swallowed available in
three strengths - 25mg, 50mg and 100mg. For Viagra to be effective,
sexual stimulation is required and so Viagra will not create an erection
unless a man engages in sexually exciting activity.
Viagra (Sildenafil) works by helping the blood vessels to the penis to
let more blood flow. This helps to create and keep an erection. This
increased blood flow is achieved by relaxing the blood vessels that
supply blood to the penis.
The amount of time Viagra (Sildenafil) takes to work varies from person
to person, but on average it takes between 20 minutes to one hour.
Within a 4 to 6 hour period after taking the tablet an erection should
occur in response to sexual stimulation. A man may find that Viagra
takes longer to work if taken with a heavy meal.
Does Viagra (Sildenafil) always work?
Viagra works for most men who take it. In studies, more than 4 out of
every 5 men taking Viagra had better erections. VIAGRA works in most men
no matter how long they have had ED, what caused it, or how old they
are. And Viagra has been shown to work time and again in studies of
thousands of patients. In those studies, patients had ED that ranged
from mild to severe.
Viagra (Sildenafil) side effects
When taken at the recommended dose, the possible side effects of Viagra
(Sildenafil) are usually mild to moderate and last a short time. The
most common side effects are a headache and facial flushing. Less common
effects include indigestion, dizziness, stuffy nose and visual effects
(a blue coloured tinge to vision and increased brightness of light or
blurred vision)
Is Viagra (Sildenafil) for everyone?
Viagra (Sildenafil) is only for men.
Viagra (Sildenafil) should only be taken if your doctor has prescribed
it for you. This is because Viagra can be dangerous if you take it at
the same time as certain other medicines including some that are used to
treat chest pain (angina). In addition, men with severe heart or liver
problems or have had a recent stroke, heart attack, or who have low
blood pressure should not take Viagra.
For these reasons you should always see your doctor if you think you
could benefit from Viagra (Sildenafil).
How do I get Viagra (Sildenafil)?
You need a prescription from your doctor to legally obtain Viagra (Sildenafil).
Companies offering Viagra without a valid prescription are breaking the
law, and you may be putting your health at risk.
Avoid potential embarrassment.
For many men who are prescribed treatments for erectile dysfunction,
taking their prescription to the pharmacy represents an embarrassing
hurdle which some may not overcome.
Pharmacy2U offers one option to avoid this hurdle. Pharmacy2U is an NHS
contracted, fully registered pharmacy that specialises in national home
delivery of medicines, including the common treatments for erection
problems (erectile dysfunction). Pharmacy2U offers patients a
professionally controlled and discreet service. All medicines are
conveniently delivered in plain packaging to your chosen delivery
address, so there is no need to go into a pharmacy. Medicines are
dispatched by recorded delivery on the same day the prescription is
received at Pharmacy2U.
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Ensure that you do not pay too much
Unless you have an underlying medical condition such as diabetes or
multiple sclerosis, the NHS does not pay for Viagra. In this case your
doctor will give you a private prescription that means you have to pay
for the full cost of the medicine and also any dispensing fee the
pharmacist chooses to charge. Big differences can exist depending on
where you take your prescription to be dispensed. This means that it is
important for you to find the best price available to you.
Highly competitive prices are available at Pharmacy2U Ltd.
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