Viagra Connect

Viagra Connect is a pharmacy (P) medicine that contains the active ingredient sildenafil (50mg). It is a treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) – the inability to get or keep an erection that is firm enough for sexual intercourse. The medication works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis. When you are sexually aroused, this allows more blood to flow into the penis, helping you to achieve and maintain a firm erection for the duration of sex. Viagra Connect will not help you if you do not have an erection problem; it will also not act as an aphrodisiac (increase your sexual desire). If you are looking to buy Viagra Connect online, you can do so from a registered online pharmacy following a consultation.

To get the best results, planning ahead is key. It is important to read the patient information leaflet before you start taking this medicine. Here is the correct routine: Take one tablet approximately one hour before sexual activity. The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. You can take it with or without food. However, a high-fat meal may delay the medicine from being absorbed, meaning it could take longer to work. You must be sexually aroused for the medicine to work. Viagra Connect does not create an erection on its own; it helps your body respond when you are sexually excited.

Viagra Connect is only available as 50mg film-coated tablets. The recommended dose is one tablet, and you should not take more than one dose within any 24-hour period. The standard starting dose for most men is 50mg. If you have tried Viagra Connect and feel the effect is too strong or too weak, you should speak to your pharmacist for further advice.

The Viagra Connect price can vary depending on the pack size and where you buy it. Unlike its prescription-only counterpart (Viagra), which requires a GP visit, Viagra Connect can be obtained after a consultation with a pharmacist either in person at a pharmacy or online via a registered service like Access Doctor. Prices vary by supplier, but to give you a general idea, a pack of 4 tablets might cost around £19.99, while a larger pack of 8 tablets could be around £34.99. A pack of 12 tablets might be approximately £52.99. This is a convenient option for first-time users, and you can order Viagra Connect with free, discreet next day delivery. The pack contains the official patient information leaflet, which you should read carefully for a full list of warnings, side effects, and instructions.

Like all medicines, Viagra Connect can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. Most side effects are mild to moderate and short-lasting. Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people) include: Headache (the most common side effect reported) Dizziness or feeling faint Nasal congestion (a stuffy or runny nose) Flushing (feeling hot or reddening of the face) Blurred vision or a blue-tinged colour to your vision Indigestion or nausea If you get any side effects, talk to your pharmacist or doctor. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet.

You must not take Viagra Connect if any of the following apply: You do not have an erection problem. You take any nitrate medicine for chest pain (e.g., glyceryl trinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate) or amyl nitrite ("poppers"). You take guanylate cyclase stimulators (e.g., riociguat) for high blood pressure in the lungs. You take the HIV medicine ritonavir. You have been advised by your doctor to avoid sexual activity because of a problem with your heart or blood vessels. You have a severe heart or liver problem, low blood pressure, or a history of severe vision loss (NAION). You have a deformed penis (e.g., Peyronie's disease) or a condition that could cause a prolonged erection (e.g., sickle cell anaemia, leukaemia, multiple myeloma). You are allergic to sildenafil or any of the other ingredients in the tablet. It is very important to note that erectile dysfunction can be an early warning sign of other underlying health conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes. Before you start treatment, you should consider seeing your GP for a full health check-up.

If you have taken Viagra Connect as directed and you were not able to get or keep an erection, there could be several reasons. It may take two or three attempts (on different days, leaving 24 hours between doses) to work, especially if you have not had an erection for a while. You must speak to a doctor if: You are unable to get an erection at all. You have persistent problems after taking the medication. You experience any chest pains during or after sexual activity. If you are having erection problems, it is important to seek medical advice as it can be a sign of a more serious underlying condition.

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Store in the original packaging in order to protect from moisture. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister pack.

Yes, but with specific criteria. Sildenafil (the active ingredient in Viagra Connect) is available on the NHS for men with certain medical conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or following prostate cancer surgery. However, for most men, Viagra Connect is not routinely available on the NHS. Instead, you can buy Viagra Connect online or from a pharmacy following a consultation. This is a great option if you don't have a condition that qualifies for NHS treatment, as you can access the medication quickly and discreetly. The medicine has a similar efficacy to higher doses of prescription ED medications and is clinically proven to work. Once you order Viagra Connect, it can be delivered with fast and discreet next day delivery to your home.

The active ingredient in both is exactly the same: sildenafil. The only differences are the route of access and, potentially, the cost. Viagra Connect is a branded pharmacy medicine that you can get without a prescription after a consultation. It is only available in a 50mg dose. Generic sildenafil is a prescription-only medicine (POM) and is available in 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg tablets. Because Viagra Connect is a branded product, it is often more expensive per tablet than generic sildenafil. If you already have a prescription for generic sildenafil, it will likely be more cost-effective.