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Tuesday, 08 July 2008 |
Viagra – A low down
If you are an unfortunate victim of erectile dysfunction, you would know how embarrassing it is. But the good news is that you are not alone and erectile dysfunction or ED as it is called in short, is a common phenomenon amongst men of varying ages. The other good news is that ED is now treatable and there are millions already before you who have benefited from one of the most famous brands of drug for ED called Viagra .
You have surely heard of its name and if you are a new patient of ED, it is likely that you are keen to know more about this wonder drug. The active ingredient of Viagra is a chemical called Sildenafil citrate and has been introduced by a renowned pharmaceutical company called Pfizer. Viagra is recommended for use only for the treatment of ED and no other ailment and it is not meant for use for women. It looks blue and is available in three strengths 25, 50 and 100 mg. Though Viagra is meant to be available only when backed by a doctors' prescription, you could also buy it online through some of the reputed online pharmacies.
If you are keen to use Viagra, it might also interest you to know a bit of its history. Viagra was originally researched for treating a heart ailment called angina pectoris in the '90s. While it was unable to give satisfactory results for the ailment it was intended for, researchers found that the drug successfully induced erections, though only as a side effect. Soon the drug was designed for treating erectile dysfunction and got patented in 1996. By 1998, Viagra had also received approval from FDA and this soon made public acceptance very easy. The rest is history. Today Viagra is one of the best known brands in the world for the treatment of ED.
Incidentally, ED is a common ailment amongst men and can have its roots in both psychological factors like depression, stress, etc as well as physiological abnormalities. Most men find getting and preserving an erection a problem sometime or the other in their lives though they may be in the pink of health. While Viagra is known to be effective in such cases, when ED is caused by damage to the nervous system, or chronic ailments like diabetes or hypogonadism, then Viagra may not be suitable. Thus, before using Viagra it is best to consult a doctor so that the real cause of ED may be diagnosed before suggesting a therapy. Viagra works by increasing the blood circulation to the penile area and thereby causing erection. Since Viagra is a PDE5 inhibitor, it causes the penile muscles to relax and thereby promote more blood rushing into the area.
Some of the common side effects of Viagra include headaches, gastro intestinal disorders, flushing and sweating. It also causes blurred vision in some users. Though rare, it has also caused temporary blindness in some patients of ED. So, to be abundantly cautious before you take in any drug for ED, just call your physician and take his views into consideration. |
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