Sildenafil Citrate, the blue pill named Viagra, this wonder drug can treat almost all types of erectile problems. A current research on patients with ED aged 18 years and older results showed that 68% of them have at least one diagnosis of diabetes related depression or normal depression, hypertension, hyperlipidaemia (Seftel et al. J Urol 2004;171: 2341-5). Viagra, the first PDE5 to rock the ED world, can treat the antidepressant and depression and other psychological problems induced sexual dysfunction.

Viagra also inhibits an enzyme called phosphodiesterase that normally break down messenger molecules involved in the energy process. “By inhibiting the breakdown of energy, Viagra raises levels of energy in the cells,” he explains. “This causes the increase in motility.” Avoid Viagra if you don’t have any erectile difficulties, as your natural potency and virility is enough keep you in good sexual health and get you going in bed. Viagra may leave you dry instead of making you high, when you misuse it. However if impotency and erectile dysfunction is creating havoc with your life, it is high time you take the help of Viagra.

Reports coming from researchers in different areas of health at various universities have come up with exciting facts about Viagra. Researchers in Saarland University found out that Viagra can easily reduce the symptoms of Raynaud’s phenomenon, a circulatory disorder. 16 patients who didn’t respond to the standard medicaments of Raynaud’s phenomenon were asked to take either Viagra or Placebo for four weeks and then switched to the opposite drug for another four weeks.

Viagra is a relief to people hit with erectile dysfunction, as it can accelerate the process of sexual recovery with no pains. In the layman’s lingo, Viagra infuses blood in the region around the male sexual organ, enabling man to achieve a fuller and firmer erection. The erectile dysfunction brigade can heave a sigh of relief; but remember that an expert’s advice is vital before you take Viagra. I’d definitely go against jumping excitedly into the Viagra popping bandwagon, without any concrete medical reasons that necessitate the use of the drug. Viagra is not a recreational drug, and we have no right to misuse it.

But apart from sizzling up your sex life and taking care of your erectile dysfunction, it has other benefiting effects on your body.

In this age of generics why should the pharmaceutical world be spared of alternatives? Lately there has been a spurge in the production of generic drugs which are considered to have the similar composition, are produced using same norms but are cheaper than their branded cousins.

The main reason for appearance of generics was the cost factor. Branded drugs are considerably more expensive and if you have a long term use, you end up spending a large amount on the treatment. Generics have addressed this factor and gained popularity in the process.

Men’s sexual health is one area which has seen a number of generics being produced in a short period. Popularity and effectiveness of Viagra made it possible for pharma companies to think about an alternative and they came up with Generic Viagra. This drug used for treating impotence contains sildenafil citrate, the same magic compound that is present in Viagra.

More and more doctors’ worldwide are prescribing Generic Viagra to men suffering from impotence or erectile dysfunction (ED). Success rate is reported to be as high as 80%. This is good news for long term users who now do not have to burn a hole in their pocket to treat this disorder.

Generic Viagra is marketed in three forms – as a tablet, as a soft tablet and also as an oral jelly. Soft tablet is a useful option for those who find it difficult to swallow hard tablets. Oral jelly users have reported a faster reaction time of as low as 13 minutes from consumption. Generic Viagra by itself should not produce an erection. Sexual stimulation is necessary.

Since Generic Viagra also contains sildenafil citrate, its action is quick and selective. It eases the tension in the penile muscle tissue causing a rush of blood during sexual stimulation. The penis becomes erect and the erection is firm and hard. Some men claim that they got an increased girth during erection and some have reported an increase in staying power making love making a whole new game. This clearly indicates the potential of Generic Viagra.

FDA has approved this drug and it is available against a prescription which your doctor can write for you. If you plan to begin a treatment program using Generic Viagra, consult your doctor and discuss your medical history as the dose and duration will be dependant on this factor. If you are over 65 years of age or have heart ailments, you need extra caution while using Generic Viagra. If you experience any type of chest pain during sexual act seek medical assistance immediately. Generic Viagra may have some mild side effects which should go away as you continue to usage.

The drug is sold in doses of 25mg, 50mg and 100 mg. It is advised that the tablet should not be split to get the correct dosage as the compound may not be homogenously distributed. Off-lable use and overdose must be avoided as they can lead to complications.

Generic Viagra is an adult male only drug and must be stored away from children. It is best kept at room temperature.

Generic Viagra has proved to be a cost effective treatment against erectile dysfunction. We are sure that it will also help you get over the limp feeling and get you pumping again.

Always protect yourself and your partner from sexually transmitted diseases.

Find immediately a care for treating an erection problem well know as erectile dysfunction if you use this kind of medication and it lasts longer than 4 hours.

Find someone who can help you if you have chest pain as a result of taking phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (such as Viagra, Levitra, Cialis). Your health professional should know that you take this medication. Using any form of nitroglycerin is not a recommended, if feel chest pain and have taken Viagra, Levitra, or Cialis in the past 24 hours.

See your health professional or doctor if the erection problems are:

* Any type of injury to the penis, testicles, buttocks, legs, groin or back.
* Losing armpit or pubic hair and breast enlargement.

Visit your doctor or health professional within 1-2 weeks if the erection problem is more than 25% of the time and it:

* Brings persistent backache.
* Has not improved despite self-care.
* Is affecting your sense of well-being or self-image.
* Occurs change the dose of a medication or after you start taking a new medication.

There is no reason to call or even visit your doctor, if your erection problem is occasional. If it happens frequently and doesn’t bother you or your sexual partner, you could or could not call your health professional. It is strongly recommended to see see your doctor, if the erection problem develops suddenly, because it might be a sign of a disease.

What Exactly Is Watchful Waiting?
Well, Watchful Waiting is this period of time that you and your professional health adviser observe the symptoms and/or your condition without using any kind of medical treatment. A single episode of an erection problem is often an easily reversible problem or temporary. Don’t allow it will happen again. Just expect more successful experience next time and forget about it as well, if possible. You should talk about it and have openly discussions about your anxieties and fears, in case your partner and you are concerned about this.

You should see your doctor, who can deal with these erection problems and has experience with them, if you are concerned about your inability to have an erection and your self-care has not helped after 2 weeks.

Who Should I See?
Discussing erection and sexuality problems might not make some of the health professionals, including doctors and mental health professionals feel comfortable.

The following health professionals can take serious the symptoms of erection problems:

* Urologist
* Physician assistant
* Nurse practitioner
* Internist
* Family medicine doctor

If it is possible that a psychological problem is contributing to your erection problem, your doctor may refer you to a health professional such as a:

* Counselor with special training in relationship or sexuality problems.
* Certified licensed social worker.
* Psychologist.
* Psychiatrist.