Viagra (Sildenafil)

GP and surgeon Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) explains: "Viagra (sildenafil) is a PDE5 inhibitor used to manage male erectile dysfunction. It works by relaxing blood vessels to improve blood flow to the penis, allowing for a firmer erection during sexual activity." If you are experiencing ED, you can buy Viagra online safely through UK Meds. Our registered prescribers review your suitability via a confidential form, and your treatment is delivered discreetly to your door.

Why Buy Viagra from UK Meds?

We provide a safe, regulated service to order Viagra online in the UK. Our platform connects you with independent prescribers and GPhC-registered partner pharmacies.

• Cheap Sildenafil: Prices start from just 56p per tablet.
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Can I Buy Viagra at Tesco or Amazon?

It is important to know where you can legally purchase ED medication in the UK:

• Available: From registered online pharmacies (like UK Meds) and high street pharmacies like Boots or Lloyds.
• NOT Available: You cannot buy Viagra on Amazon or in supermarkets like Tesco. These retailers do not hold the necessary pharmacy licenses.

You can choose between Viagra (Pfizer) and Generic Sildenafil. Both contain the exact same active ingredient and work in the same way.

*Prices shown for Generic Sildenafil. Branded Viagra prices are higher due to manufacturing costs.

What is the difference?

• Viagra: The original brand manufactured by Pfizer. It is well-known but more expensive.
• Sildenafil: The generic (unbranded) version. It is clinically identical, equally effective, and much cheaper.

Viagra vs. Viagra Connect: Which Do I Need?

Viagra is clinically proven to treat erectile dysfunction with a high success rate. Major clinical trials, including research published in the New England Journal of Medicine^[1], show effectiveness varies by dose:

• 25mg: Effective for 62% of men.
• 50mg: Effective for 74% of men.
• 100mg: Effective for 82% of men.

Overall, sildenafil has a reported success rate of up to 91%^[2]. If the initial dose does not work, your prescriber may adjust it.

ED can be caused by a mix of physical and psychological factors. Understanding the cause can help you choose the right treatment.

• Physical Causes: High blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, or hormonal imbalances.
• Psychological Causes: Stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues.
• Lifestyle Factors: Smoking, heavy alcohol consumption, or lack of exercise.

Viagra belongs to a class of drugs called PDE5 inhibitors. It relaxes the blood vessels in the penis, increasing blood flow to help you get an erection when sexually aroused.

• Requires Stimulation: It will not cause an erection on its own; you need to be aroused.
• Onset: Typically works within 30 to 60 minutes, though studies show it can begin to work as quickly as 12 minutes in some men^[3].
• Duration: The effects last for 4 to 5 hours.

Which Dosage Should I Buy?

Viagra and sildenafil come in three strengths. Your prescriber will help decide the best one for you.

• 50mg (Standard): The usual starting dose for most men.
• 100mg (High): Prescribed if 50mg isn't effective and you have no side effects.
• 25mg (Low): Suitable if you experience side effects on higher doses.

To get the most out of your treatment:

1. Timing: Swallow one tablet with water 1 hour before sex.
2. Food: Take on an empty stomach for faster results. Heavy or fatty meals can delay the effect.
3. Alcohol: Avoid heavy drinking, as alcohol can reduce your ability to maintain an erection.
4. Frequency: Never take more than one tablet in a 24-hour period.

Video: Everything You Need to Know About Viagra

Watch Dr Andrew Hart-Pinto explain everything you need to know about Viagra in this overview by JHP Medical UK.

Viagra is suitable for men aged 18+ with erectile dysfunction. However, it can interact with certain conditions and medicines.

Ingredients

The active ingredient is sildenafil citrate.

Dr Samantha Miller explains common side effects: "Common side effects of sildenafil include headache, dizziness, flushing, nasal congestion, and indigestion. Most are mild and transient. Stay hydrated to manage them. If you experience chest pain or a prolonged erection lasting more than 4 hours, seek emergency medical help immediately."

For a full list of side effects, please read the official Viagra Patient Information Leaflet (PIL).

If Viagra doesn't work for you, other ED treatments may be better suited to your lifestyle.

Other ED Treatment Options:

• Viagra Connect or Cialis Together: Pharmacy medicines available without a prescription.
• Vitaros Cream: An alternative for men who cannot take tablets.
• Penis Pumps: Vacuum devices that help achieve an erection without medication.

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2. Our registered prescriber reviews your answers.
3. If approved, your medication is dispatched for discreet delivery.

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