Viagra 50mg Tablets

Viagra 50mg tablets are available from The Independent Pharmacy Online Doctor service, following a free consultation, to help to treat erectile dysfunction in men. To find out more about erectile dysfunction and see all the available treatments, see our Online Doctor Erectile Dysfunction page.

Viagra 50mg are the original branded erectile dysfunction (ED) tablets, released in 1998 by Pfizer. Known as 'the blue pill' due to their distinctive shape and colour, Viagra is one of the best-known branded medicines around the world. Viagra 50mg tablets contain the active ingredient sildenafil, which expands the blood vessels that flow to the penis. This leads to increased blood flow to the penis and results in the ability to achieve a satisfactory erection when sexually stimulated. Viagra 50mg tablets can be taken as little as 30 minutes to 1 hour before sex and can produce an effect for 4 - 5 hours, meaning you should be able to get an erection at any point in this window. This allows you to take it discreetly before it is required.

Viagra 50mg tablets are the starting dose for patients new to Viagra and are often the first erectile dysfunction treatment that many men try. This dose is suitable for many men who will continue taking Viagra 50mg tablets or switch to the equivalent generic Sildenafil 50mg tablets. Men should try taking Viagra 50mg tablets on 8 separate occasions before deciding whether to change dose or treatment. If side effects are experienced then the lower dose Viagra 25mg tablets can be taken whereas if 50mg does not produce a satisfactory erection then the stronger Viagra 100mg tablets can be tried.

Viagra 50mg tablets will, for most, resolve the symptoms of erectile dysfunction. As they open the blood vessels that supply blood to the penis, they are effective at treating the physical causes of erectile dysfunction. However, if the cause of ED is psychological, its effect can help to break the cycle of anxiety associated with being unable achieve and maintain a satisfactory erection. If you suffer from ED due to psychological causes it is recommended that you discuss your condition with your GP or a sexual health therapist.

There are a number of Non-Prescription Alternatives for the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction such as;

• Changes to diet (cutting down alcohol and fat consumption)
• Stopping Smoking
• Reducing Stress
• Counselling
• Vaccum Devices (Penis Pumps)

Viagra 50mg tablets may not be suitable if any of the following apply:

• You suffer from heart disease or heart rhythm problems
• You have had a heart attack or stroke within the last six months
• You have high or low blood pressure
• You suffer from liver or kidney disease
• You are a haemophiliac
• You suffer from sickle cell anaemia or leukaemia
• There is a physical deformity of the penis
• You suffer from retinitis pigmentosa
• You have a stomach ulcer

If any of the above apply, it is important to let your prescriber know so they can judge whether Viagra 50mg tablets will be safe for you to use.

Viagra 50mg tablets can slightly lower the blood pressure. For most men this isn’t a concern. However, this effect on blood pressure can be exaggerated if Viagra is taken with a nitrate drug, such as Isosorbide or Glyceryl Trinitrate (GTN). If taking nitrate drugs then Viagra 50mg tablets should not be used. Viagra 50mg tablets should be used in caution if combined with alpha blockers due to the potenial hypotensive effects. Viagra may be taken with alpha-blockers, provided there is at least a six-hour gap between the medicines, however it must never be taken with nitrates.

You should avoid using the recreational drug 'Poppers', also called 'Aromas' or 'Room Odourisers' when you are taking Viagra as these also contain nitrates and can have dangerous effects on blood pressure.

• You should take one Viagra 50mg tablet 30 minutes to 1 hour before sex.
• Viagra can take up to an hour to take effect in some men, although it can take effect in as little as 20 minutes.
• Viagra can produce an effect for up to 4 - 5 hours.
• You should never take more than tablet for erectile dysfunction (Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra) in a 24-hour period.
• You should take Viagra on an empty stomach, or after a low fat meal, and try to limit your alcohol intake to ensure it remains effective.

Viagra does not always work for everyone the first time they use it. If this is the case you should not give up, guidance states that you should try Viagra at least 8 times before trying an alternative dose or treatment. If you find Viagra effective and do not experience any serious side effects you can request a repeat order via your online account. If you followed the above guidance and still find Viagra ineffective you may wish to increase the strength to Viagra 100mg tablets, or alternatively try a different medicine such as Cialis, Levitra or Spedra.

Each Viagra 50mg tablet contains sildenafil 50mg.

Each tabet also contains: microcrystalline cellulose, calcium hydrogen phosphate, croscarmellose sodium, megnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171), lactose monohydrate, triacetin, indigo carmine aluminium lake (E132).

If you do experience side effects from Viagra 50 mg tablets they may include headache, flushing, light headedness and rarely a stuffy nose or indigestion. Viagra has a small risk of nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and skin rash as with all medicines. Please read the Patient Information Leaflet enclosed with your medicines for a full list of side effects.

If you experience any adverse effects from taking your prescribed medicine it is important to let us know immediately. Please log in to your online account and message one of our healthcare professionals or alternatively call us on 033322 00519. In a medical emergency you should contact the emergency services or go straight to your local Accident & Emergency.