INTRODUCTION
The common name of generic Viagra is Sildenafil. It is a medicine which is used to treat symptoms related to erectile dysfunction. The main active ingredient of generic Viagra is sildenafil citrate which is found in both generic and branded forms i.e. sildenafil and Viagra respectively. It was in the year 1998 that Viagra was actually available as a medication for erectile dysfunction treatment.
HOW DOES GENERIC VIAGRA WORK?
Generic Viagra works by increasing the flow of blood to the penis by which it becomes easy to get and maintain erection. The time taken for its action usually ranges from 30 to 60 minutes and the effect lasts for upto 4 hours. So to get proper benefit it should be taken a few minutes earlier before copulation. But it should be remembered that Viagra only works when one is sexually stimulated.
SIDE EFFECTS OF VIAGRA AND SILDENAFIL
The common side effects of both branded and generic Viagra are muscle pain, upset stomach, nausea, headaches, dizziness and at times running or blocked nose.
DOSAGE
Viagra is available in three doses of 25mg, 50mg and 100mg. The most common starting dose is of 50mg.But in some cases some men don’t get the required or wanted results so they increase their dose intake from 50 mg to 100mg after taking advice from a doctor.
GENERIC VIAGRA VERSUS BRANDED VIAGRA
Generic Viagra is comparatively cheaper as compared to branded Viagra. It is easily available around all those places where branded Viagra is available. Generic Viagra is not included in the trial packs like branded Viagra. The packaging of generic Viagra is also different from branded Viagra.
LIMITATIONS
Generic Viagra may not be suitable for you to take if you have any of the following medical conditions-
- If you have stomach ulcers
- If you have deformity in penis
- If you have problem of high or low blood pressure
- If you have any kind of liver or kidney issues
- If you have allergy of any medicine
- If you are taking medicines which have nitrates as their ingredient
WHY IS GENERIC VIAGRA CHEAPER?
Generic Viagra is cheaper than branded Viagra but that does not mean that it is poorer in quality or effectiveness. The main active ingredient of both generic and branded Viagra is same so there is no compromise with the quality. The main reason why the generic version is cheaper is that it is not associated with any manufacturer or company having a brand name.
Generic Viagra is approved by FDA to treat ED. It must be taken orally one hour before sexual activity.
Generic Viagra does not have any effect on sperm count or sperm motility. It generally comes in blue color and diamond shaped coated in film strip. It should be stored at room temperature between 150C to 300C.
It is advised to take it only on prescription by a registered medical practitioner to avoid any adverse effects.
Sometimes the erection caused by Viagra lasts for a longer period of time than usual which is quite painful. So if the erection lasts for more than four hours then consult a doctor immediately.