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 Because so many people are talking about Viagra, I decided to do some research on this "little blue" pill to see what all the fuss is about.
I've prepared this little guide to provide answers for some of the biggest questions regarding Viagra.
- Why do men use Viagra ?
- How does Viagra work ?
- How long does its work ?
- Can women use Viagra ?
- Are there any other side effects ?
- How much does it cost ?
- How can I get Viagra ?
Why do people use Viagra ?
Viagra is used to help men achieve an erection. The makers of Viagra, a company named Pfizer, markets this pill to men who have difficulty achieving an erection.
While Viagra is intended for men with erectile dysfunction, there are lots of men without such problems who take Viagra. Healthy men have reported maintaining an erection for longer periods, increased sensitivity.
Some men have also reported being able to orgasm numerous times without feeling tired or exhausted. This has not been supported on any scientific or consumer related material, but based on word of mouth from a variety of message board sources.
How does Viagra work ?
In summary, Viagra increases the blood flow into the penis. A normal erection occurs when the tissues within the penis fill with blood. Viagra simply increases the amount of blood filling into the penis, causing greater firmness, larger size, and increased sensitivity.
Viagra only works when a man becomes sexually stimulated. It will not cause an erection by itself.
How long does Viagra work ?
Most men find that Viagra begins working about 30 minutes after taking it.
Once it has started working, it usually continues working for about 4 hours.
Can women use Viagra ?
The makers of Viagra state explicitly that it is not for women. However, many women have gone against these warnings, and in researching various news websites and message boards, have not found any reports of adverse effects.
There have been studies conducted on the use of Viagra by women. In one such study, Viagra was administered to post-menopausal women, and some of the recipients reported increased sexual satisfaction. It was suggested that Viagra had increased the blood flow to their sexual organs causing greater sensitivity, increased lubrication, and greater ability to achieve orgasm.
Are there any side effects ?
The most commonly reported side effects are headaches, facial flushing, and upset stomach. It can also cause a mild lowering of the blood pressure. In some rarer cases, men have reported difficulty distinguishing blue and green colors. Other rare cases involved erections lasting more than 4 hours.
People who are taking nitrates, such as nitroglycerin, for chest pains, should not take Viagra. This could lead to reduced blood pressure.
If you are already taking other medicines, you need to make sure your physician is aware of this, as Viagra may present some problematic interactions.
How much does it cost ?
It's very expensive!
For a 100mg dose, a package of 10 pills will cost anywhere from $140.00 to $220.00. For a 50mg dose, a package of 10 pills will cost between $140.00 to $150.00.
Packages with more pills, will cost cheaper, per pill.
But that's just the price of the pill. If you go to a doctor's office to get a prescription, the office visit may cost you $100.00 on average. When you go to a pharmacy to get the prescription filled, they will certainly tack on a filling fee of about $10.00 per package.
How can I get Viagra ?
Generally, two ways: The first is to visit a doctor, have him or her examine your health to make sure it is safe for you, and have them write up a prescription for you. The other way is to get it online.
Getting Viagra online basically consists of the same arrangement as visiting a doctor, except the doctor and the pharmacy are combined into a single website unit. You generally fill out an application online, and wait for an approval. The website has a doctor on staff who supervises the approval process. Once approved, the Viagra is mailed to you. Everything gets charged to your credit card. It generally works out cheaper this way. BUT, being that the doctor is not actually examining your health, you don't have the peace of mind knowing that Viagra is safe for you. The makers of Viagra urge people not to obtain Viagra without first having a face-to-face consultation with a doctor.
You can also get Viagra for FREE! Yup, but you have to visit a real doctor at a real doctor's office. The makers of Viagra have supplied most doctors with free samples of Viagra containing 6 pills. All you have to do is schedule an appointment with a doctor, such as a Family Practitioner, General Practitioner, Urologist, or Internal Medicine, state that "erectile dysfunction" is your issue, then ask about getting a free sample of Viagra. You will still have to pay for the office visit, but at least you don't have to pay for the pills. Your health insurance "might" even pay for the visit.
Research material for this guide comes from information published by Pfizer, the makers of Viagra, as well as pricing information from various online pharmacies, and news reports published on MSNBC. |
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