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01Does Viagra prevent ejaculation?

No, Viagra doesn’t stop you from ejaculating.

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02What does Viagra do for ED?

Viagra works to treat ED by helping you get and maintain an erection. The drug does this by improving blood flow into your penis when you’re sexually aroused. Viagra is a type of drug called a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor. It works by inhibiting (blocking) the action of an enzyme called PDE5. (An enzyme is a protein that helps chemical reactions to happen inside your body.) Usually, an erection goes away when PDE5 breaks down the cyclic GMP in your penis. But Viagra blocks the action of PDE5, so it allows cyclic GMP to keep working for a longer period of time than usual. This action improves blood flow to your penis and helps you get and keep an erection.

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03What is Addyi?

Addyi is a brand-name prescription drug that’s approved to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HDSS). It’s prescribed for females who haven’t yet gone through menopause. Addyi contains the active drug flibanserin.

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04Does Viagra treat ED that’s related to diabetes?

Yes, it can be used for this purpose. In fact, one study found that Viagra was effective in more than half of males with erectile dysfunction (ED) that was thought to be related to diabetes.

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05Does Viagra increase the size of a man’s penis?

No, Viagra doesn’t increase the size of a male’s penis. In fact, to date, there aren’t any known ways to permanently increase the size of a penis. Viagra helps you get an erection if you’re sexually aroused. This may temporarily increase the size of your penis, until the erection goes away. But Viagra doesn’t permanently increase the size of your penis.

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06Can women take Viagra?

No, Viagra isn’t approved for use in females. And there isn’t enough evidence to show that Viagra works for treating sexual problems in females. One

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07Does Viagra help with premature ejaculation?

Yes, it could. In several studies, Viagra has been looked at as a possible treatment for premature ejaculation (PE). (With PE, you ejaculate before you want to. And typically, you’ll ejaculate within 1 minute of penetration when you’re having sex.) Some studies found that Viagra can help people with PE to delay ejaculation longer than they could without treatment. However, other studies didn’t show that Viagra had a significant effect in treating PE. More research is needed to know for sure whether or not Viagra is effective for treating PE. Keep in mind that Viagra isn’t approved in the United States to treat PE. And it’s not recommended in current PE treatment guidelines from the American Urological Association. However, Viagra is recommended in similar guidelines from the European Association of Urology. If you’re interested in taking Viagra to treat PE, talk with your doctor.

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08Does Viagra work to treat ED?

Yes, it does. In several clinical studies, Viagra was effective in treating erectile dysfunction (ED). In these studies, males who used the drug had an improved ability to have and keep erections during sexual activity. To learn more about Viagra’s effectiveness, see the “Viagra uses” section. Note: Sex and gender exist on spectrums. Use of the term “male” in this article refers to sex assigned at birth. Viagra typically starts to work between 30 and 60 minutes after you take a dose of the drug. But Viagra itself doesn’t give you an erection. You’ll need to be sexually aroused in order for the drug to work. Viagra keeps working in your body for up to 5 hours. This means that if you’re aroused, you should still be able to get an erection up to 4 hours after taking a dose of Viagra. Even though Viagra keeps working in your body for several hours, your erection shouldn’t last this long. In fact, in rare cases, Viagra can cause priapism (a long-lasting and sometimes painful erection). Priapism is a medical emergency that needs to be treated right away. If it’s not treated, the condition can damage the tissues in your penis and cause irreversible erectile dysfunction. If you have an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.

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09How can I tell if Viagra’s not working?

Viagra may not work for everyone, and it may not work every time you take it. If you’re sexually aroused, Viagra should work to help you get or keep an erection within 30 minutes to 2 hours. But if you don’t get an erection within 4 hours after taking a dose, Viagra didn’t work for you this time. If the drug doesn’t work for you, you shouldn’t take another dose until at least 24 hours later. And talk with your doctor if you feel Viagra isn’t helping to treat your ED. They may recommend that you try a different medication for your ED.

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10Does Viagra work the first time you use it?

Yes, for most people, Viagra works the first time they use it. But for other people, it may take a few times of trying the drug to get the desired effect. Keep in mind that you should not take Viagra more than once every 24 hours. If Viagra doesn’t seem to work for you, talk with your doctor. They may increase your dosage or recommend that you try a different medication.

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11Is Viagra safe to use?

Yes, Viagra is generally considered safe to use if: it’s been prescribed by a doctor who knows your medical history you’re taking the drug as directed Viagra’s safety has been shown in several clinical studies. The drug does have a few serious side effects, but these rarely occur. For more information about the side effects of Viagra, see the section “Viagra side effects” above. However, Viagra may not be safe to use if you have certain medical conditions, including heart disease. And it’s not safe to use Viagra if you’re taking certain other medications, such as nitrates. (Nitrates are sometimes used to treat chest pain that’s related to heart problems.) This is why you should only take Viagra if it’s been prescribed by a doctor who knows your medical history. For more information about conditions that may make it unsafe for you to take Viagra , see the “Viagra precautions” section below. And for more information about taking other medications with Viagra, see the “Viagra interactions” section below.

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12How can I get Viagra to work?

It’s important to remember that Viagra only works if you’re already sexually aroused. Arousal may involve having sexual thoughts, looking at sexual images, masturbating, or engaging in foreplay. But if you feel anxious, nervous, depressed, or stressed, your body may not respond well to sexual stimulation. If this is the case, try to relax, make yourself comfortable, and take your time. In addition, if you drink alcohol, it’s best to avoid drinking a lot of it. This is because consuming large amounts of alcohol can make it more difficult to get an erection. If you’re having trouble getting an erection, even while using Viagra, talk with your doctor.

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13What’s the youngest age for which Viagra is safe to use?

Viagra is approved for use in males ages 18 years and older. You shouldn’t take Viagra if you’re younger than 18 years. This is because the safety and effectiveness of Viagra haven’t been studied in people of this age group.

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14Can Viagra be crushed, split, or chewed?

The safety and effectiveness of Viagra tablets that are crushed, split, or chewed haven’t been tested. And Viagra tablets are meant to be swallowed whole. It’s not known if crushing or chewing the tablets will make them work any differently than usual. If you have trouble swallowing Viagra tablets, you might find it easier to swallow the tablet with different drinks, such as water, juice, or milk. Or talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how else you can take the drug. If you want to crush, split, or chew Viagra tablets, ask your doctor or pharmacist if this is safe to do. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves prescription drugs such as Viagra to treat certain conditions. Viagra may also be used off-label for other conditions. Off-label use is when a drug that’s approved to treat one condition is used to treat a different condition.

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15Can you take Viagra if you have high blood pressure?

That depends on how high your blood pressure is. For example, if you have high blood pressure that’s not managed, your heart may not be healthy enough for sexual activity. (With unmanaged high blood pressure, your blood pressure is greater than 170/110 mmHg.) If this is the case, talk with your doctor about whether Viagra is safe for you. However, if you have high blood pressure that’s managed with medication and you also don’t have a heart condition, it’s usually fine to take Viagra. Just be aware that taking the drug could lower your blood pressure. Low blood pressure from Viagra usually isn’t a problem for most people. But if you’re taking a type of blood pressure drug called an alpha-blocker, taking Viagra might cause certain side effects. These side effects can include dizziness, lightheadedness, or even fainting. For more information about using Viagra with alpha-blockers, see the “Viagra interactions” section below. If you have high blood pressure that’s managed with medication, your doctor may prescribe a dose of Viagra for you that’s lower than the typical dose. Before starting Viagra, talk with your doctor about any blood pressure problems you have.

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16Can Viagra make sex last longer?

No, studies haven’t shown that Viagra makes sex last longer. However, the drug can help you to get and keep an erection. And studies have shown that Viagra can increase satisfaction from sex.

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17What causes an erection?

When you’re sexually aroused, your brain sends messages to your penis. These messages cause certain chemicals to be released in your penis. One of these chemicals, called cyclic GMP, relaxes and widens certain blood vessels in your penis. Cyclic GMP also relaxes the muscles around the erectile tissue in your penis that’s called the corpus cavernosum. These actions allow blood to flow into the corpus cavernosum, which causes your penis to get hard and become erect.

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18How well does Addyi work?

For some females with HDSS, Addyi can improve sexual desire and increase the number of sexually satisfying events. But the drug hasn’t been found to be very effective. And keep in mind that it can take up to 8 weeks for Addyi to start working to treat HDSS. When you get Viagra from the pharmacy, the pharmacist will add an expiration date to the label on the bottle. This date is typically 1 year from the date they dispensed the medication. The expiration date helps guarantee that the medication remains effective during this time. The

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19Will I need to use this drug long term?

Maybe. If you and your doctor determine that Viagra is safe and effective for you, you can likely take it for as long as you continue to need it. Other drugs are available that can treat ED. Some may be a better fit for you than others. If you’re interested in finding an alternative to Viagra, talk with your doctor. They can tell you about other medications that may work well for you. Examples of other drugs that may be used to treat ED include:

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20Is Viagra’s dosage based on age or weight?

Your Viagra dosage won’t be based on your weight, but it may be based on your age. For example, people ages 65 years and older tend to get higher levels of Viagra in their blood after taking a dose. So, if you’re over 65 years of age, your doctor will usually recommend a starting dose of Viagra for you that’s lower than the typical starting dose. For example, they may recommend that you take 25 mg of the drug rather than 50 mg.

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