Viagra: The erectile dysfunction pill for men

Erectile dysfunction is a common problem nowadays. Usually for someone above the age of 40, erectile dysfunction is a common problem. As the muscles start to lose their flexibility and their vigor, erectile dysfunction is a common problem. Let’s start with what erectile dysfunction is. In common terms, erectile dysfunction is the inability of a man to gain or maintain an erection firm enough for intercourse. This happens when there is no blood in the blood vessels of the muscles of the male genitals. As a result of this, the muscles shrink and are not able to get hard or firm.

Erectile dysfunction is usually an underlying symptom of other serious ailments. Ailments pertaining to the heart or the nerves can often cause erectile dysfunction. It has been seen that many men have erectile dysfunction and decide to self diagnose it and keep it a hidden problem. People are often known to self diagnose themselves with medications specially designed to help men get rid of ED.  One such ED medication is Generic Viagra.

Overview

Viagra is the brand version of the PDE5 inhibitor Sildenafil. Know more about PDE5 inhibitors here. Viagra is known to be the oldest erectile dysfunction oral pill. It was granted FDA Approval in 1998. Ever since people have been highly benefitted from this pill. Here’s how this pill works in the body. Erectile dysfunction, as already mentioned, occurs when there is no accumulated blood in the blood vessels in the penis. Viagra or the PE5 inhibitor relaxes the muscles and subsequently the blood vessels. As they are relaxed, the openings in the vessels become wider and this makes the blood in the vicinity to flow into the vessels. This inflow of blood is responsible for the swelling up or the erection that follows. The pill usually shows its effect few minutes after ingestion.

Uses

·         Its basic use is treating erectile dysfunction.

·         Viagra is also helpful in the treatment of pulmonary hypertension (a condition that affects the arteries in the lungs and the heart)

There are some off label uses of Viagra as well;

·         Viagra is used by some people who suffer from Jet Lag

·         It is also known to increase athletic performance as it is known to increase blood flow

·         Many naturally made ED medications are made from the horns of the Rhino and other such endangered animals. With Viagra the killing of many endangered species whose body parts are used for preparing ED medications.

·         This medication also helps with Reynaud’s disease.

Side Effects

·         Headache

·         Nausea

·         Runny nose

·         Muscular pain

·         Nervousness, etc

·         In some rare cases, allergic reactions can be seen.

Precautions

·         Always inform your doctor about any allergies or medications you might be taking.

·         Never take Viagra with alcohol or any nitrate medication

·         Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid this drug.

·         Anyone under the age of 18 should avoid this erectile dysfunction medication.