What is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile Dysfunction is defined as difficulty in getting and/or maintaining an erection satisfactory for sexual performance. There are many short-lived problems which will lead to men occasionally having difficulty getting an erection, however, erectile dysfunction is a term used when this is a recurring or persistent issue.
While this is more prevalent in older men, this is something which can happen to men of any age and varies in severity. Studies have shown that approximately 40% of men are affected at age 40 and nearly 70% of men are affected at age 70. This widespread presence within the community highlights why it is so important to lose the taboo around this topic and open it up for discussion. It is normally a problem which men can self-diagnose and can now conveniently self-treat.
How to take Viagra Connect
One tablet should be taken an hour before anticipated sexual activity. This medication does require sexual stimulation in order to obtain the desired effect. Viagra Connect starts to work within 30mins after taking and can work for up to four hours.
How long does Viagra Connect last?
Viagra lasts for up to 4 hours.
How fast does Viagra Start To Work?
Viagra starts to work within 30 minutes after being swallowed.
Hints and tips when taking Viagra Connect
- Tablet should be swallowed whole with water – do not chew or crush.
- Take with or without food. However, consuming a fatty meal at the same time as this medication can result in it taking longer to work.
- Do not drink too much alcohol when taking Viagra Connect as it may increase side effects experienced. Alcohol can also make it more difficult to obtain and maintain an erection.
- Do not drink grapefruit juice when taking Viagra Connect, it may affect how the medication works.
Are there Any Side Effects From Viagra Connect?
Viagra connect is generally safe to take, however, like with all medications there is potential to experience side effects.
The most common side effects are:
- Headache
- Flushing
- Dyspepsia
- Nasal congestion
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Visual disturbance
- Blurred vision
If you experience any of the following SERIOUS side effects, you should STOP taking Viagra Connect and contact your doctor –
- Chest pains: if this occurs before, during or after intercourse, go into a semi-sitting position and try to relax.
- A persistent and sometimes painful erection lasting longer than 4 hours.
- A sudden decrease or loss of vision
- An allergic reaction
- Serious skin reactions
- Seizures or fits
Erectile dysfunction can be associated with several contributing conditions, for example, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol or cardiovascular (heart) disease. As a result, we would advise that you check in with your doctor within six months of supply.
Lifestyle can also affect this condition and so the following self-help options may be of benefit:
- Losing weight
- Quitting smoking
- Reducing alcohol consumption and/or recreational drug use
- Exercising regularly
- Reducing stress levels
If you would like assistance with any of this or if you would like to talk to one of our pharmacists, please do not hesitate to contact us on 074 9362784 or via email on customerservices@inishpharmacy.com
How Much Is Viagra Connect?
The price of Viagra Connect is €24.99 for 4 tablets and €44.99 for 8 tablets?
Questions asked in the Pharmacist Consultation Form to purchase Viagra Connect: TO COMPLETE THE FORM click here
- Are you experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED) (i.e. difficulty in getting and/or maintaining an erection satisfactory for sexual performance)
- Has your doctor advised that you are not fit enough for any physical and/or sexual activity?
- Do you feel very breathless or experience chest pain with light or moderate physical activity, such as walking briskly for 20 minutes or climbing two flights of stairs?
- Have you had a heart attack or stroke within the last 6 months?
- Are you taking nitrates or any medication (nicorandil or other nitric oxide donors e.g. glyceryl trinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate or isosorbide dinitrate) for chest pain?
- Are you using drugs called ‘poppers’ for recreational purposes (e.g. amyl nitrite)?
- Are you taking riociguat or other guanylate cyclase stimulators for lung problems?
- Are you taking ritonavir (for HIV infection)?
- Are you taking any CYP3A4 inhibitors, e.g. saquinavir (to treat HIV infection), cimetidine (a heartburn treatment), itraconazole or ketoconazole (to treat fungal infections), erythromycin or rifampicin (antibiotics) or diltiazem (for high blood pressure)?
- Are you taking any alpha-blockers, such as alfuzosin, doxazosin or tamsulosin, which are medicines to treat urinary problems due to enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) or occasionally to treat high blood pressure?
- Do you have Peyronie’s disease or any other deformation of the penis?
- Have ever had loss of vision because of damage to the optic nerve (such as non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy [NAION]) or have an inherited eye disease (such as retinitis pigmentosa)?
- Do you have galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption?
- Do you have previously diagnosed hepatic (liver) disease (including cirrhosis of the liver) or severe renal (kidney) impairment?
- Do you have any bleeding issues (e.g. haemophilia) or have active stomach ulcers?