Generic Viagra- A Cheaper Version of Viagra
The modern day medication promises hope to men's sexual health.
Everyone must have heard so much about the intervention of a
drug named Viagra to
treat sexual impotence in men. However, little we know about
this drug or about the other cheaper versions of it available in
the market.
Viagra
The regular tablets are produced by a pharmaceutical company
called Pfizer and are sold under the Viagra brand. These tablets
come as both "regular" and "soft" tablets.
History
Viagra or an active ingredient called Sildenafil Citrate was
first introduced in early 1998 and since then has helped
millions of men all over the world in improving their sex life.
How does it work?
Viagra inhibits an enzyme called phosphodiesterase type-5 (PDE5)
which helps in breaking down cyclic GMP, the substance that is
produced during sexual arousal to cause vascular and muscular
changes resulting in erection in men. Men who produce too little
cyclic GMP and too much of PDE5 tend to suffer from er
ectile dysfunction (ED).
Dosage strength
They come in three different strengths: 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg.
Normally a 50 mg tablet is recommended before the start of
sexual activity.
Side effects
Viagra may cause the following: Headache
Facial flushing Stomach upset Blurred vision
or sensitivity to light These side effects usually are temporary
but if persist one should seek immediate medical help as it
might lead to serious complications in health.
Precaution
It is important to consult a doctor and let know of one's
complete medical history before consumption of the drug. Viagra
is not safe for people having nitrate drugs, as in the case of
heart patients. Viagra can cause fatal drops in blood pressure.
Generic Viagra
These tablets are not produced by Pfizer and are cheaper
versions of the original Viagra. Some of the examples are:
Results show that Generic Viagra improves erectile dysfunction
and impotence in most men whether the problem is mild, moderate
or severe. These drugs are available at the regular drugstores
only on a doctor's prescription.
Natural Alternatives to Viagra
These drugs do not perform as effective as Viagra or Generic
Viagra but are often chosen over the synthetic drug to avoid the
side effects. The natural herbs not only help improving
impotence but also help in providing vitamins, minerals and
growth of the body.
Causes of ED
There could be both physiological and psychological reasons of
ED. It is important to know that both could be treated with an
open attitude towards the problem.
Lowest dose of Generic Viagra
This is given as a 25 mg tablet, usually for men: Aging
65 years or older Having severe kidney or liver
problems Taking protease inhibitors, drugs for HIV
Taking alpha blocker drug for high blood pressure or
prostate problems Taking nitrates, drugs for heart
disease (but for these cases the best option is to go for herbal
alternatives as Viagra may tend to cause a severe heart attack)
Conclusion
The generic drug
information for Viagra is that these only cure the symptoms
of ED but do not address the root of the problems. So while
consulting a doctor side by side it also mandatory to have a
regular and healthy lifestyle and practice safe sex.