Get Informed: Viagra

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Patient Comments about
Viagra

Active Ingredient(s)

Sildenafil

What does it do?

Viagra

This product is approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. It enhances the effect of nitric oxide on smooth muscle in the penis to promote the inflow of blood. It is available in the form of tablets.

Last Text Update:
 2009-Nov-20 8:31 PM
Last Data Update:
 2009-Nov-20 6:52 PM

Other Names

  • Viagra
  • Revatio
  • Sildenafil

How Safe Is It?

Your Risk Rating
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Average Risk Rating
2: General
Pregnancy Category:
B
Black Box Warning:
No

Facts & Figures

Date Approved
27 Mar 1998
Est US Patients*
3,418,000
Generic Available
No
OTC Available
No

User Age Distribution*

33

< 21

21

21-39

25

40-59

21

60+

Age (Years)

* Estimated number of US people currently taking Viagra or its active ingredient based on population adjusted patient numbers registered with iGuard.org.

Other Resources

Recent alerts for Viagra

There have been no alerts regarding Viagra during the past year.

Viagra Safety Report

2: General

The iGuard risk rating for Viagra is blue. It means that Viagra normally has a low risk of serious or long-term side effects if used under normal medical supervision.

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What is Viagra used for?

iGuard.org is currently tracking more than 20,000 patients that use Viagra (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)). Use the table below to learn why iGuard users take this product; click on any underlined condition to get information on other medications used for treatment.

Disease / Condition % Average Severity
Erectile Dysfunction 81% 5
High Blood Pressure 6% 5
Other 13% 5

How well does Viagra work?

iGuard.org regularly polls our more than 20,000 users taking Viagra (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) using the Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medications (TSQM) . This feedback is continuously updated in tables below for the benefit of the iGuard community. To request scores for specific patient subgroups, please contact research@iguard.org.

Average Satisfaction Score

(out of 10)

Average Effectiveness Score

(out of 10)

58 60
74%
of patients are confident that the good things about Viagra outweigh the bad things.
3%
of patients wish they were told more before they started taking Viagra.

Common Side Effects of Viagra

iGuard.org regularly polls our more than 20,000 users taking Viagra (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) to monitor the development and frequency of side-effects. This feedback is continuously updated in tables and graphs below for the benefit of the iGuard community.

49%

49% of patients experience side-effects on Viagra

0%

< 1% of patients experience signifcant side-effects on Viagra


Most Common Side Effects...

  • 10% Headache
  • 5% Flushing
  • 5% Congestion
  • 5% Light Sensitivity
  • 5% Dizziness
  • 5% Fatigue
  • 5% Anxiety
  • 5% Abdominal Pain
  • 5% Diarrhea
  • 5% Heartburn/Reflux
  • = 10%

Global Patient Feedback for Viagra (Sildenafil) ( Post a comment )

Comments, Questions, and Answers
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Question/Comment:

i,m currently on verapamil 240 mg twice a day,hctz 25 mg once a day, enalapril 10 mg once a day
all of these to control my high blood pressure. once a while i use viagra 100 mg after i cut into 2 . but the next day i always suffer headache and dizziness. can anyone tell my what is the best dose of viagra for my case or do i have to cut it in small pieces. thanks

33 year old Male

Posted: 2009-09-06 04:24:37

Question/Comment:

Unfortunately, Viagra does not work for me any more. I've also tested Cialis and Lavetra, neither work. Under doctors care I've tried a combination of Muse( pellet in penis) and Viagra. No luck. Even the Muse injections
(direct into penis) are unsatisfactory.

Viagra worked well for me between the ages of 59 and 65. NO longer. I'm not willing to go for the implant. Anybody have any other suggestions?

70 year old male

71 year old Male

Posted: 2009-08-23 05:43:45

iGuard.org Answer/Reply:

Another way to combat erectile dysfunction is to look at your diet. Making small changes may help overall in your well-being. One school of thought is that the growth hormones in dairy products may cause a build-up of estrogen-like hormones, affecting the ability to achieve an erection. Some doctors have suggested that eating or drinking dairy products without growth hormone (many milk products and cheeses have this on their label) may help with erectile dysfunction. Also, "organic" implies that no artificial growth hormone in the product. Also, you can try to limit or eliminate "bad" fats from your diet. Fats that are considered unhealthy are ones that are contained in hydrogenated oils. Try to limit the amount fried foods and commercial baked products, such as cookies, crackers and snack cakes that you eat.

There are also several medical conditions that can worsen erectile dysfunction such as heart disease, clogged blood vessels (atherosclerosis), high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. Working with your doctor to get these conditions better controlled may help improve you response to the erectile dysfunction treatments. Also, if you have not already checked with your physician, make an appointment to check for any prostate health issues.

Posted: 2009-09-06 01:19:15

Question/Comment:

I have found viagra to increase, strength of erection, duration of erection...and it also prolongs the ability to not ejaculate...wonderful things for one's partner!

59 year old Male

Posted: 2009-08-19 21:58:26

Question/Comment:

i have only had a friend of mine get me a few from her dads stash for me and my girl and i wish every person with problems in this department could really believe that it truely does work... my question for u is how do i get a free sample or how hard is it to get sibscription

26 year old Female

Posted: 2009-08-18 20:30:06

Answer/Reply:

Your doctor can prescribe them, but they are not cheap. He did not even have any free samples when I asked.
Depending on if you have insurance or not you can pay 2.50 to !6.90 per pill. I think they come in 50 and 100mg, maybe even 25mg. Follow dosage directions and read all the information about it first before taking any medication.

55 year old Male

Posted: 2009-08-24 14:10:19

Question/Comment:

Does Viagra work for men who are really sensitive to keep from orgasming too soon. He can only keep up for a few minutes.

31 year old Female

Posted: 2009-06-15 16:01:41

iGuard.org Answer/Reply:

Viagra treats erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction is both the inability to gain or to sustain an erection. Viagra is a prescription medication available only from a physician who can review all medications to make sure there are no interactions with medications or medical conditions. Please have your partner make an appointment to discuss his concerns with his physician.

Posted: 2009-06-19 21:53:27

iGuard.org Answer/Reply:

Viagra is indicated to treat erectile dysfunction or inability to have an erection. In a study done by the manufacturer, erectile quality was increased in both hardness and duration. Viagra should never be taken for any use other than it is indicated and it has some serious consequences for patients who have heart conditions. It is best to have your husband talk to his doctor to see if Viagra is an option to treat his concerns.

Posted: 2009-06-19 21:57:33

Answer/Reply:

Hello
I am a 49 year old male and I wanted to pass along my comments on your question. As for orgasming too soon is something a lot of men have trouble with.I find the good thing with Viagra is that even if I orgasm too soon that after an hour or so I can get another erection again just as strong and the second time around makes it more enjoyable for my partner.I am more relaxed the second time around and it lasts longer. I find once the Viagra takes effect to try to relax and tralk to my partner and that calms me down so as not to orgasm so quick.It just takes time and practice.

50 year old Male

Posted: 2009-08-04 16:59:17

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