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.