Vigora

Last Updated on 08/14/2026 ✔ Medically Reviewed by Dr. Arjun Srivastav

Overview of Vigora

Vigora is a sildenafil-based medicine used to help treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in adult men. Erectile dysfunction is the difficulty of getting or maintaining an erection firm enough for satisfactory sexual activity. It can occur occasionally or may become persistent and can have physical, psychological, or lifestyle-related causes.

Vigora contains sildenafil, a medicine belonging to a group called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. Sildenafil helps relax certain blood vessels and improves blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. This can make it easier to achieve and maintain an erection. Sildenafil does not produce an automatic erection and does not increase sexual desire. Sexual stimulation is still required for it to work.

ED can sometimes be associated with conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, obesity, or other health problems. Persistent erection difficulties should therefore be discussed with a healthcare professional rather than treated only as a sexual-performance concern.

What Is Vigora Tablet?

Vigora is an oral medicine containing sildenafil, a PDE5 inhibitor used to help treat erectile dysfunction. If you want to learn more about the active ingredient, see our guide to what is sildenafil.

Zydus lists Vigora 50 mg and Vigora 100 mg among its products. The appropriate strength depends on individual factors and should be selected according to medical advice.

It is not a cure for the underlying causes of erectile dysfunction. Instead, sildenafil helps manage the erection difficulties associated with ED while the medicine is active.

What Is Vigora Tablet Used For?

Vigora might prove useful for men who are unable to:

• Getting an erection
• Maintain an erection during intercourse
• Achieve an erection that is strong enough for intercourse

Sildenafil works by improving blood flow in the penis when stimulated sexually. It does not increase sexual desire and cannot result in an erection unless there is sexual stimulation.

In case of frequent occurrence of erection difficulties, a medical consultation could reveal underlying factors and help decide whether it is the right time to use sildenafil.

Available Vigora Strengths

It is available in different strengths, allowing the prescribed dose to be selected according to the individual’s health, response, and other ED medicines.

Available products include:

• Vigora 50 mg – contains 50 mg of sildenafil.
• Vigora 100 mg – contains 100 mg of sildenafil.
• Vigora Oral Jelly 100 mg – an alternative sildenafil formulation.
• Vigora Force 50 mg/30 mg – a separate combination product and should not be treated as the same formulation as standard Vigora.

The dose should be chosen according to a healthcare professional’s advice rather than simply selecting the highest strength.

How Does Vigora Work?

The mechanism of action of it is based on the inhibition of the enzyme PDE5. To understand this in more detail, read about how sildenafil works.

Nitric oxide signalling during sexual stimulation plays the role of increasing the amount of cyclic GMP (cGMP). Normally, the PDE5 enzyme degrades cGMP, but by inhibiting the activity of the PDE5 enzyme, Sildenafil helps keep cGMP active to relax the smooth muscle and blood vessels in the penis.

Thus, the increased blood flow to the penis leads to an erection when sexual stimulation is present.

It will not increase your sexual desire and will not cause an erection just by taking the pill.

How To Take Vigora Tablet?

Always follow your doctor’s instructions in taking Vigora.

The pill needs to be ingested whole and along with water. Sildenafil is often taken about an hour before the planned sexual activity, but the amount of time taken for the drug to function may differ from one person to another. It takes about 30-60 minutes for it to become effective.

A high-fat meal might cause a delay in the effect of the drug.

Always stick to the recommended dosage and avoid taking it with other ED medications.

Vigora Dosage

The appropriate dosage depends on factors such as:

• Age
• Overall health
• Other medicines being taken
• Kidney or liver function
• Cardiovascular health
• Response to previous treatment
• Other medical conditions

A healthcare professional can determine whether 50 mg, 100 mg, or another sildenafil strength is appropriate.

Do not increase the dose yourself if the medicine does not seem to work. If you are not getting the desired response, speak with your doctor rather than taking additional tablets.

Sildenafil should not be taken more than once in a 24-hour period unless a healthcare professional specifically instructs otherwise.

How Long Does Vigora Take to Work?

It usually takes about 30-60 minutes for Sildenafil to start working; however, the duration may vary among individuals. The medication’s effectiveness may be delayed if taken after eating, especially if you eat a fatty meal.

Vigora requires sexual stimulation. An erection is not guaranteed if you take it alone.

How Long Does Vigora Last?

The effects of Sildenafil may last for up to 4 hours in most cases. It does not mean that your erection will last for this long period. It only means that the medication may help you achieve an erection during this time if you are sexually stimulated.

Any erection that lasts for more than 4 hours is a serious health problem and needs medical intervention.

Benefits of Vigora

When prescribed appropriately, Vigora may provide the following benefits:

• Helps men with ED achieve an erection when sexually stimulated
• Helps maintain an erection during sexual activity
• Improves penile blood flow
• Provides an established oral treatment option for erectile dysfunction
• Available in different strengths to allow treatment to be tailored to individual needs

It does not increase sexual desire, does not protect against sexually transmitted infections, and does not provide contraception.

Side Effects of Vigora

Vigora contains sildenafil, so it can cause side effects similar to those associated with other sildenafil medicines. For more information, see our guide to sildenafil side effects.

Tips for Using Vigora Safely

Tip 1: Follow the prescribed strength

Do not automatically choose Vigora 100 mg because it contains more sildenafil. The right dose varies from person to person.

Tip 2: Give the medicine enough time

Sildenafil commonly takes around 30–60 minutes to start working. Taking another tablet because the first one has not worked immediately can increase your risk of side effects.

Tip 3: Avoid heavy alcohol intake

Excessive alcohol may interfere with erectile function and can increase dizziness.

Tip 4: Tell your doctor about your medicines

Provide a complete list of prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, and supplements you use, particularly if you take medicines for heart disease or blood pressure.

Who Should Avoid Vigora?

Vigora might not be right for all individuals.

Sildenafil should never be taken by anyone who is on nitrate or nitrite medications. There are certain cases where your doctor will have to carefully evaluate you for use of Vigora; these include cardiovascular disorders, specific eye diseases, serious hepatic disorders, recent stroke or heart attacks, and abnormal blood pressure levels.

Vigora is designed for adult males who are suffering from ED problems.

Drug Interactions

Before taking Vigora, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you use:

• Nitrate medicines
• Nitrite-containing recreational products
• Medicines for high blood pressure
• Other ED medicines
• Other PDE5 inhibitors
• Medicines that may affect sildenafil metabolism
• Any regular prescription or non-prescription medicines

Never assume that two ED medicines can safely be taken together simply because they contain different active ingredients. For a fuller picture, review the known sildenafil interactions.

Safety Advice

Before using Vigora, speak with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions or take regular medicines.

Avoid Nitrates

Do not combine sildenafil with nitrate medicines or nitrite products, as this can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.

Check Your Heart Health

If you have heart disease, a recent heart attack or stroke, or have been advised to avoid sexual activity, consult your doctor before using Vigora.

Check Drug Interactions

Tell your healthcare professional about all medicines you take, as sildenafil can interact with some blood-pressure and other medicines.

Limit Alcohol

Avoid excessive alcohol because it may worsen dizziness and can make it harder to achieve an erection.

Be Careful With Vision Changes

If you experience sudden or significant changes in vision after taking Vigora, seek medical attention promptly.

Watch for Prolonged Erection

Seek urgent medical help if an erection lasts longer than 4 hours, as this can cause permanent damage.

Vigora vs Viagra

Both Vigora and Viagra are associated with sildenafil as the active ingredient. The main distinction is the brand and manufacturer rather than a fundamentally different mechanism of action.

Vigora

• Contains sildenafil
• Used for erectile dysfunction
• Available in different strengths
• Works through PDE5 inhibition

Viagra

• Contains sildenafil
• Used for erectile dysfunction
• Also belongs to the PDE5 inhibitor class
• Requires sexual stimulation to work

Can Lifestyle Changes Help With ED?

Yes. Erectile dysfunction is linked to many lifestyle and medical problems.

Staying at your correct weight, regular exercise, minimizing your alcohol intake, not smoking, treating diabetes and hypertension, and taking care of psychological problems are all components of an ED treatment program.

Changing your lifestyle must support but not take the place of, a professional evaluation.

Storage

Keep it in its original packaging and store it according to the storage instructions provided with the product.

General medicine storage principles include:

• Keep tablets away from children.
• Protect the medicine from excessive heat and moisture.
• Avoid storing tablets in direct sunlight.
• Do not use tablets after their expiry date.
• Do not use tablets if the packaging appears damaged or tampered with.

Always follow the specific storage instructions supplied with your medicine.

When Should You See a Doctor?

Speak with a healthcare professional if:

• ED happens regularly or is getting worse.
• You have other symptoms alongside ED.
• You have diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, or other chronic conditions.
• You take medicines that may interact with sildenafil.
• It does not appear to work.
• You experience persistent or troublesome side effects.

ED can sometimes be an early sign of another health problem, so persistent symptoms should not simply be ignored.