Viagra Connect Tablets | 50mg
Viagra Connect 50mg Tablets are an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction in adult men. Containing sildenafil, they improve blood flow to the penis, helping achieve and maintain an erection when sexually stimulated.
Viagra Connect is only intended for men aged 18 years or older who are experiencing erection problems, which is a condition where men have difficulty getting or keeping an erection hard enough for sexual performance.
If this does not describe you, please speak to the pharmacist for further advice.
Price range: £10.99 through £34.99
Description
Who is it Suitable For?
Viagra Connect is suitable for adult men aged 18 years and over who have difficulty in getting or keeping an erection (erectile dysfunction). It is not suitable for women, children, or adolescents under 18.
Ingredients / Active Ingredients
- Active substance: Sildenafil citrate equivalent to 50mg sildenafil per tablet.
- Other ingredients include microcrystalline cellulose, calcium hydrogen phosphate, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171), lactose, and indigo carmine aluminium lake (E132).
How to Use / Dosage Instructions
- Dosage by age group:
- Adults (18+): Take one 50mg tablet approximately one hour before sexual activity.
- Not recommended for individuals under 18.
- How often to take it:
- Do not take more than one tablet in 24 hours.
- How to administer:
- Swallow the tablet whole with water.
- It may take longer to work if taken with a heavy or high-fat meal.
- Duration of use:
- Use only as needed. If symptoms persist for more than 6 months without improvement, seek medical advice.
Possible Side Effects
Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 men):
- Headache, flushing, indigestion, nasal congestion, dizziness, visual disturbances.
Uncommon side effects:
- Sleep problems, skin rash, sensitivity to light, vomiting.
Rare but serious effects:
- Chest pain, sudden decrease or loss of vision, sudden hearing loss, priapism (erection lasting more than 4 hours).
Seek urgent medical help if any serious side effects occur.
Warnings and Precautions
- Do not use if:
- You are allergic to sildenafil or any other ingredients.
- You take nitrates for chest pain or nitric oxide donors (such as amyl nitrite).
- You have severe heart or liver problems, very low blood pressure, or have recently had a heart attack or stroke.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding:
- Not indicated for women.
- Driving or machinery:
- Viagra Connect may cause dizziness or visual changes. Do not drive or use machinery if affected.
Interactions with Other Medicines
- Do not take with nitrates, nicorandil, or guanylate cyclase stimulators (e.g. riociguat).
- Caution if using alpha-blockers for high blood pressure or prostate problems.
- Some antifungals, antibiotics, and HIV medicines may increase sildenafil levels.
Always consult a pharmacist or doctor before use if you are on other medicines.
When to Consult a Pharmacist or Doctor
- If you have persistent erectile dysfunction.
- If you have chest pain, severe kidney or liver problems, or any eye disease.
- If you experience a prolonged erection lasting over 4 hours.
- If you develop sudden vision or hearing loss.
Storage Information
- Store below 30°C.
- Keep tablets in original packaging.
- Protect from moisture.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
FAQs
- How long does Viagra Connect take to work?
Usually within 30 to 60 minutes, but it can vary depending on food intake and individual response. - Can I drink alcohol while taking Viagra Connect?
Limit alcohol intake as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine and increase the risk of side effects. - Is Viagra Connect available without a prescription?
Yes, it is available from pharmacies after consultation with a pharmacist. - Can I cut the tablet in half?
No, tablets should be swallowed whole to ensure the correct dose is taken. - What if Viagra Connect doesn’t work for me?
Speak to your pharmacist or doctor. Dosage adjustments or alternative treatments may be recommended.
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