Generic Sildenafil, or generic Viagra, is advised for the treatment of male sexual arousal disorder called impotence or erectile dysfunction (ED).
In the presence of sexual stimulation, the drug works by increasing blood supply to the penile organ so men can achieve and sustain an erection hard enough for sexual intercourse.
Typically, doctors prescribe generic sildenafil 50 mg or 100 mg depending on the patient’s overall health, underlying medical conditions, and other factors. You need to take the dose at least an hour before indulging in sexual activity so the drug gets enough time to assimilate into the body.
Generic sildenafil works better when taken on an empty stomach. The drug may lose its efficacy if taken with or after a heavy, fatty meal. This generic ED drug remains in your system for four to five hours, meaning you can achieve an erection on sexual stimulation in the period.
Cost
Viagra is available as a generic medication. Generic sildenafil may be significantly cheaper than Viagra, which could be a better option for those who feel the little blue pills are way too expensive and want to switch to a generic one. The lowest price for generic sildenafil is around $15.44 for 30 pills, 98% off the average retail price of brand Viagra that costs $1,189.72 for the same number of pills, according to GoodRx. One pill of generic sildenafil may cost you around $0.7 to $1, while the branded one costs you over $60.
Side Effects
Generally, generic sildenafil or Viagra does not cause severe side effects; however, some may experience dizziness, headaches, facial flushing, stomach upset, or nasal congestion. Some may even experience changes in vision, such as photosensitivity or blurry vision. If these side effects worsen or persist, immediately get medical attention. Some of the rare, serious side effects of generic sildenafil include chest pain, breathlessness, or a prolonged erection.
Precautions and Warnings
Generic Viagra or brand Viagra is not advised if you have a history of sildenafil allergy. Also, the drug is not advised to those who have cardiovascular risk, severe liver or kidney disease, heart disease, and Peyronie’s disease (penile deformity or scar). Furthermore, generic sildenafil is not advised to men who take nitrates or alpha-blockers because they lower blood pressure to a potentially dangerous level of taken together.
This generic ED medication may make you drowsy or cause vision problems. Therefore, doctors advise patients to avoid indulging in risky activities, such as driving, operating machinery, or others, after taking the dose. Also, avoid alcohol or any other substances that cause dizziness during the treatment. Generic sildenafil is a prescription drug so use it under the supervision of a doctor. Never use the drug for a recreational purpose.
Reviews
There a remised reviews when it comes to the efficacy of generic sildenafil. In some men, drugs like sildenafil citrate may not work, probably due to some underlying medical conditions or dosage. For instance, some men may fail to reap the benefits of taking generic sildenafil 50mg but may experience its effect on taking a 100mg dose.
GoodRx says more than 60% of people think generic sildenafil is worth taking. GoodRx asked more than 840 people what they think about the drug and found that 67% said it is worth taking the drug, 15% said not sure, while 19% said not worth it. Your doctor may prescribe other generic sildenafil or Viagra alternatives, such as generic tadalafil or generic vardenafil. All these drugs belong to the same class of pharmacological agents called phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors.
