How many men have erectile dysfunction?

In the United States alone over 30 million men have erectile dysfunction. For men over 40 over half have some degree of erectile dysfunction, younger men can get it too.

I feel uncomfortable about talking with my doctor about my sexual health. What should I do?

Doctors want to know about any health issue you may have and erectile dysfunction is a common health problem, remember the more they know, the better they will be able to improve your sex life

Will Viagra work as soon as I take it?     

Viagra was shown to work in some men in as quickly as 14 minutes, but it is necessary to be sexually stimulated. Studies in 228 men that were successfully using Viagra, had each taken 100 mg at least 2 hours after eating. But for most men, Viagra can work in around 30 minutes and lasts for at least 4 hours.

What if Viagra didn't work the first time?

For over 80% of men taking a 100mg dose of Viagra was successful against 24% of men taking a sugar pill. If it does not work for you the first time, you should try again using the same dose. Only then should you consult your doctor who may wish to revise your dose.

How often can I take Viagra?

Viagra should be taken once a day, as needed. In patients taking certain protease inhibitors (like those for the treatment of HIV), it is recommended not to exceed a maximum single dose of 25 mg of Viagra in a 48-hour period.

Can I take Viagra if I have other conditions or am taking other medications?

For men with a wide variety of health issues taking Viagra has been shown to be safe. These include heart problems, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, prostate problems, and spinal injury.

It is safe to take Viagra with many other medicines, such as medicine for high blood pressure and depression, but you should always consult your doctor or pharmacist. However, if you are taking nitrate drugs, often used for chest pain (known as angina), don’t take Viagra.

Can I take Viagra with food and alcohol?

You can safely take Viagra with or without food and alcohol but you will get a faster response, by avoiding high-fat meals two hours before taking Viagra.

Can I cut my pills in half?

No studies have been done to determine if half a pill is effective and you should always take the prescribed dose.

Who should not take Viagra?

Viagra is a treatment for men with erectile dysfunction and is not approved for newborns, children, or women. You should not let anyone else take your Viagra and must be used only when prescribed by a healthcare professional.