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Generic Viagra available In US, UK

After 2017, Generic Viagra available In US, UK. Viagra and generic Viagra are known to be almost the same with the exact same active ingredient, known as sildenafil citrate. General Viagra is commonly known as Sildenafil and is used to treat erectile dysfunction with a success rate of about 60-70. In 2013, a company that originally started developing Viagra ended its patent, after which other manufacturers started developing their own version of Sildenafil citrate and named it “Sildenafi”, which stands for the active ingredient that it has.

Generic Viagra and Viagra have the same range of benefits because of the presence of the same active ingredient. It is used to increase the duration and frequency of erections, which is sufficient for sex and is used by people who go through erectile dysfunction. Sildenafil is sold at a much cheaper price as it has no association with any brand whatsoever. Branded medicine can be a little heavy on the pockets, but for the cheaper equivalent, people go with the generic version of Viagra, which is also called Ibuprofen.

The working mechanism of both Viagra and Generic Viagra is the same as they both have exactly the same active ingredient. These medicines are known to be effective in about 60-70% of the cases for men who are suffering from erectile dysfunction.

When it comes to the branded version of Viagra, people tend to be less apprehensive, which can affect the psychology of men who are taking this medicine, which in turn leads to improvement in erections as well as greater sexual confidence.

How does Generic Viagra work?

Generic Viagra is known to belong to a group of medicines called PDE-5 Inhibitors which helps in relaxing the blood vessels that go up in the penis. As a result, a better blood circulation is formed when a person is aroused, hence causing an erection. These medicines are usually in the form of tablets and are taken on an empty stomach, before an hour of having sex.

Generic Viagra is different from Aphrodisiacs and needs to be sexually aroused for them to invoke and start working. It is advisable to not drink alcohol before taking Viagra into the system as it can limit the work of the medicine and if taken in the proper circumstances, can last for around 5-6 hours. In many cases, it is known to have not worked up to the expectations usually in the first attempt, which is normal, as it may take up to 6 attempts for it to work as expected.

How safe is Generic Viagra?

Generic Viagra if purchased from a trustworthy source is as safe as a branded Viagra and should be taken without any inhibitions. All the medicines need to be approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency for it to be safe and risk-free.

It is also important to note that these medicines are grouped into “prescribed medicines only” and as long as it is prescribed correctly (Looking into the medical suitability of the person), they are absolutely safe to take for treating ED.

Conditions where generic Viagra is not safe

It is important to be honest with your doctor regarding your medical history for them to correctly prescribe generic Viagra. The living lifestyle of a person also plays a role in how it can affect your body.

One should avoid taking Viagra for erectile dysfunction, if:

They have a severe liver disease
They have recently had a heart attack
They are in the habit of taking any drug containing
Nitrates
They have a regular intake of Nitrates for their
medical conditions such as angina or any other heart problem

With Generic Viagra, there are certain side effects that one may experience such as getting a minor headache or nausea.

There are many other ways to treat ED since there are many people who find their incompatibility with Viagra or general Sildenafil.

Lifestyle change can be one of the major and most organic ways to treat ED. Other than that, Vacuum pumps can be used, which again is more of a physical change and not the chemical one. This can keep you away from the side effects of Viagra and can be considered as the safest option.

Where can I get Generic Viagra?

It is important to have Viagra or Generic Viagra prescribed by a general Physician in order to buy it from the market. The GP usually prescribes the Generic Viagra according to the suitability of the person.

After getting your hands on a legit prescription, there are two ways to buy it. One is through the counter and the other is online.

For Online purchase of Viagra, it is important to go for reliable websites with MHRA-approved medicine, and that it asks you for a prescription before commencing the purchase of the same.

Does it cure Erectile Dysfunction?

With the medications out there, it is important to know that Sildenafil does not address the cause of Erectile Dysfunction and hence cannot be said to cure it. It can be used as an effective way to get an erection as and when required with a good success rate of helping men to achieve an erection.

Curing an Erectile Dysfunction requires one to address the cause of exactly what is causing it, which can further be rectified physically or psychologically, depending on the case of the patient.