Generic Viagra

What is Generic Viagra?

Containing the active ingredient, Sildenafil Citrate, Generic Viagra is the branded medicine to treat impotency in Males, called Erectile Dysfunction (ED).

It is a condition in males where they cannot find erection in their penis, although they have a sexual urge in them. The reason behind the non-erection is a lack of blood supply to the penile tip, which is caused by the excess PDE-5 enzyme in the blood.

Generic Viagra is a medicine that belongs to the category of PDE5 inhibitors. It rejects the enzyme and ensures that the blood supply is ample to the penis to give you an erection.

Working Mechanism Of Generic Viagra

The mechanism to get an erection is an ample blood supply to your pelvic area and to the tip of your penis. However, PDE5 enzyme jams the blood vessels, narrows them down and therefore, the blood supply is reduced, causing impotency in males.

Generic Viagra, being a PDE5 inhibitor, inhibits the enzyme and results in an increase of cGMP in the blood. The cGMP widens the blood vessels, ensuring better blood reach to your penis. The drug also reduces the blood pressure in you, resulting in a paramount blood supply.

Thus, your penis receive blood supply for long hours, and it remains erect for that many hours to treat your impotency.

Use of Generic Viagra

Generic Viagra is used primarily for the treatment of Erectile dysfunction (ED). However, there is an off-label usage of the same too in case of hypertension.

In case of ED treatment, keep in mind that Sildenafil will not act as a libido improver. You need to be sexually active for the drug to give you an erection.

Dosages And Availability

Sildenafil is available in multiple strengths, but most of the alternative dosage strengths are available in generic medicines. Viagra, the branded Sildenafil tablet, comes with only 100 mg of sildenafil and is available in tablet form only. In case of generic medicines, sildenafil is available in multiple dosage forms and the same is available in jelly form along with tablets.

The dosage prescription for the drug is one pill within 24 hours. Often, it is advised that you must not take two dosages on back-to-back days. The best results are ensured when you take the pill 60 minutes before you interact sexually with your partner.

What Are The Possible Side Effects?

➠ Minor Side Effects

Generic Viagra can cause some minor side effects in patients, like:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Backpain
• Sudden fall in blood pressure.

➠ Serious Side Effects

There are some serious side effects too, where you must reach a doctor soon, such as:

• Fainting
• Liver impairment
• Change in vision (temporary blindness)
• Chest pain
• Heart attack
• Priapism (long, painful erection)

Precautions needed for Generic Viagra

Generic Viagra is a sensitive medicine and can cause several interactions with other drugs, with some foods and with some other health conditions, too. Therefore, a detailed view of the same is essential. Here are the precautions to be taken:

Drug interactions

➦ Nitrates:

Nitrates are the drugs that are used for the angina heart condition. they when taken with Generic Viagra, can even cause chest pain or, at times, a heart attack. Never take them together.

➦ Drugs that cause overdose:

Antibiotics (clarithromycin), antidepressants, and alpha-blockers are the types of drugs that can cause overdose of Generic Viagra. Never take them without consulting your doctor. Dosage adjustment can be initiated.

➦ Drugs causing low blood pressure:

Other blood pressure medicines and blood thinners can cause extremely low blood pressure. Sudden fall in BP and sudden fainting can also be sensed with those drugs if dosage adjustment is not done.

Disease interactions:

1. Heart disorder:

Patients with a serious heart condition are not recommended to take Generic Viagra. They can even face a stroke or heart attack from the drug.

2. Liver disorder:

Patients with severe liver conditions can face issues too when taking the drug. Since the drug works on liver enzymes, its effect on liver health is quite natural.

3. Glaucoma:

Patients with glaucoma and other retinal issues can experience a change of vision or even temporary blindness, as Generic Viagra lowers the blood pressure, causing dizziness and issues with eyesight.

Food Interactions:

1. Alcohol:

Alcohol is strictly prohibited with Generic Viagra, for the dizziness resulting from the drug can be fatal for the effect of alcohol. For the same reason, grapefruit juices should also be avoided.

2. Heavy meal:

Bulky meals will slow down the action of Generic Viagra. Absorption of the medicine will be delayed and disrupted.

General warnings:

• Driving: Driving and working on heavy machines must be avoided as you take Generic Viagra. The drug causes dizziness and that can cause a fatal accident while you’re driving a car.
• Empty stomach: Taking Generic Viagra on an empty stomach can cause extreme nausea. So, avoid it.
• Priapism: If, by any chance, face a painful and long erection, then contact your doctor fast.

When not to take Generic Viagra?

Never take Generic Viagra when you have:

• History of recent angioplasty/bypass/severe heart condition.
• When you have angina and take isosorbides.
• When you are allergic to Sildenafil.

How to store Generic Viagra?

Store generic Viagra by following the  conditions, such as:

• Avoid freezing and direct sunlight.
• Store at room temperature.
• Never keep expired foils of the drug.
• Always keep the pills away from kids and pets.

Is Viagra suitable for women?

Generic Viagra is not for use in females. However, there are some other generic versions of sildenafil that are made for females. The drugs mainly work on the physical aspects of arousal and orgasm in females.

• Restriction of use: They must not be taken during pregnancy, breastfeeding, condition and after menopause.

When To Seek Medical Help

Seek help from the doctors if you have taken an overdose of Viagra, as the side effects are on the way very soon.

In case you feel that your chest pain is getting intense, get to the doctor’s right away for some help, as it can trigger a heart attack.