Sildenafil helps the user achieve an erection by dilating blood vessels in the penis and increasing blood flow to that part of the body. After you’ve taken the pill, it should be much easier to get an erection once sexual stimulation occurs. Three Sildenafil strengths are available, let’s take a look at the differences.

Is it safe to take 100mg of Sildenafil?

For most men the recommended dose of Sildenafil is 50mg, but 100mg pills are available for those who have developed a tolerance to the drug or can’t seem to get the desired results on a lower dosage.

Taking too much Sildenafil increases your risk of side effects, so it’s very important that you only take what you’re prescribed. Fainting can be caused by low blood pressure when you take too much at once, and you can also increase the risk of priapism, which can cause permanent damage to your penis. If you think you’ve taken too much Sildenafil, you should seek medical assistance.

Sildenafil is also available in a 25mg dosage, which you might be prescribed if you’re taking certain types of medication such as alpha blockers, which are designed to lower blood pressure. Taking viagra and alpha blockers at the same time can cause dizziness and bring your blood pressure to dangerously low levels, but using the 25mg pill should ensure you don’t experience these side effects.

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100mg Sildenafil tablets, a high dosage.

How long does it take for Sildenafil to take effect?

Sildenafil can be taken anywhere from 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual activity, but it normally starts to work within 30 – 60 minutes. Sildenafil should only be taken once in a 24 hour period. You can be take Sildenafil with or without food, but if you take it after a high-fat meal it may take a little longer to start working.

It’s a good idea to avoid drinking too much alcohol if you’re going to take Sildenafil, mainly because alcohol can be a major contributor to instances of erectile dysfunction. Sildenafil can also make some people feel dizzy or lightheaded, so it’s best not to add alcohol to the mix as well.

Remember, you won’t get sexually aroused just by taking Sildenafil, you need to do the sexual activity bit too!

Will Sildenafil make me last longer?

Only in the sense that it should stop you from losing your erection during intercourse. Sildenafil makes it easier to get erections, but it doesn’t change the sensitivity of your penis or affect how and when you orgasm during sex.

Sildenafil should be used with caution when taking premature ejaculation medication such as Priligy. As it is with alpha blockers and Sildenafil, taking these medications together can cause your blood pressure to drop. Therefore we would always advise consulting with a qualified prescriber before taking ED medications such as Viagra (Sildenafil), Cialis (Tadalafil), Levitra (Vardenafil) and Spedra (Avanafil) with Priligy.

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Viagra and Sildenafil contain the same active ingredient

Should I choose Sildenafil or Viagra?

Viagra and Sildenafil contain the same active ingredient. Viagra is a brand name for the Sildenafil produced and sold by Pfizer, and Sildenafil is also sold as a generic drug, which is medically identical to Viagra.

Up until June 2013, Pfizer held the patent to produce the branded version of Viagra. Once this patent expired, many other pharmaceutical manufacturers started to produce UK licensed, generic versions at a lower price. An example of a few companies that manufacturers UK licensed Sildenafil include Teva, Sandoz, Mylan, Dr Reddys and Actavis.

You can buy Sildenafil tablets online here at PostMyMeds. We offer Sildenafil strengths of 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg. .All you need to do is fill out a short online consultation form so we can ensure it’s safe for you to use and you can have it discreetly delivered straight to your door, with free delivery available in the UK.

We understand that you may prefer or be used to a particular generic version of Sildenafil, and as we deal with numerous reputable UK wholesalers we are able to acquire a range of different generic versions of Sildenafil. Just contact us or leave a note in the checkout section and we’ll see what’s available.

What are the side effects of Sildenafil?

Many men have no side effects when taking Sildenafil, but some might experience headaches, nausea, hot flushes, dizziness and indigestion. You shouldn’t take viagra if you have a serious heart or liver problem, or if you’ve recently had a stroke or heart attack.

There are some rare, more serious side effects that about 1 in 1,000 people might experience on Sildenafil, including prolonged and painful erections and chest pain. Check out the NHS website for a more detailed list of side effects. You can read more about sildenafil here: what are sildenafil tablets.

Although all of our content is written and reviewed by healthcare professionals, it should not be substituted for or used as medical advice. If you have any questions about your health, please speak to your doctor.

Authored Dec 22, 2018 by Thomas Hall
Reviewed Jan 05, 2023 by Prabjeet Saundh, MPharm