Viagra

What is Viagra?

Viagra (sildenafil) is manufactured by Pfizer, who owned the patent for Viagra. This patent has now expired so the generic version of Viagra is sold under the name Sildenafil at a much cheaper price from our UK online pharmacy. Viagra and Sildenafil are both identical and work in exactly the same way. Viagra (sildenafil) was accidentally discovered when researchers were looking for a solution to increase blood flow which lead to improved erections as a side effect. Viagra (sildenafil) therefore works by increasing the blood flow to the penis temporarily which is usually triggered by sexual stimulation. Viagra also broke the taboo of not openly discussing sexual issues such as impotence.

What is Viagra used for?

Viagra is used to treat the condition known as erectile dysfunction or impotence, most commonly in found in men. NHS statistics indicate 50% of men between the age of 40 and 70 will suffer from erectile dysfunction at least once in their life. If you continuously struggle to achieve and maintain an erection you may be diagnosed with this condition and prescribed Viagra or another ED treatment. Erectile dysfunction can be caused by many physiological conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol or even psychological causes such as stress, anxiety, depression or relationship issues.

Can I buy Viagra online?

Viagra is a very popular drug and is a prescription only medicine for a reason, for your own health and well-being. It is no surprise there are a vast number of illegal and unlicensed sites offering Viagra without a prescription and in some cases even fake medicine which can be more damaging to your health then just suffering from impotence. If you search Google for buy Viagra online you will receive roughly 34 million results. It can be hard to differentiate between legal and illegal, therefore you should be looking only for pharmacy which are registered with the UK pharmaceutical council GPhC, display the green internet pharmacy logo, registered with the MHRA and have a UK landline number. Viagra is licensed by the MHRA in the UK as a prescription only medicine; DrFelix supplies Viagra online only after our doctors have reviewed your ED consultation and issued a prescription which is then dispensed in our pharmacy and posted to you. We do not promote or offer Viagra sales without a prescription. If websites are offering Viagra at surprisingly cheap prices, without a prescription and promoting any other false claims then it is most likely an illegitimate website. You can use online doctor and pharmacy services like DrFelix with confidence, if you would like to buy Viagra online. You can have Viagra delivered in plain and discreet packaging to your home or place of work without having to see your regular doctor.

Who makes Viagra?

Viagra is manufactured by Pfizer, who owned the patent for Viagra for almost 20 years. The patent for Viagra expired on 21st June 2013, when other pharmaceutical companies started manufacturing affordable generic Viagra available under the name sildenafil.

How quickly does Viagra work?

Viagra is taken 30mins before intercourse and takes between 30-60 minutes to take effect. It may depend on individuals but Viagra can work even quicker than this and provides erections which can last up to 4 hours. If you feel the erection is much longer than this you should consult your GP.

How much Viagra can I take?

You should take the recommended dosage. If it does not work you should not take more as it changes blood flow, so overdoing this may result in more serious health problems such as strokes and heart attacks.

Can anyone take Viagra?

Viagra is suitable for younger and older men. Young men mostly suffer from erectile dysfunction from psychological causes such as fear of sexual performance whereas in older men it is more likely to be physiological problems; chronic conditions they may be suffering from.

Can I buy Viagra without a prescription?

No. Viagra is licensed in the UK as a prescription only medicine (POM). However with online doctor and pharmacy services like DrFelix, you can fill in an online consultation and a UK registered doctor can remotely issue a private prescription for you without having to see your regular doctor. Our doctors will decide if it is safe for you to take Viagra before our pharmacy dispenses the medicine and sends it out in the post.