Viagra is a prescription drug that works by increasing blood flow to the penis and it enables men with erectile dysfunction to respond to sexual stimulation. Viagra helps to make the penis erect when a man is excited. It begins working in about 30 minutes and has the potential to provide sexual function for up to four hours. Although it is a wonderful medication for men who suffer from erectile dysfunction, Viagra also needs to be taken the right way.
Instructions
Step 1
Read the patient information material provided with the product before taking Viagra.
Step 2
Take Viagra once a day, which is how it is prescribed for most patients, according to the Viagra website. But consult with your doctor if you have any questions about taking it. It can be taken any time during the day, but is not recommended to be taken more than once a day.
Step 3
Use Viagra as prescribed. It will not work if you try it another way. Your dose of Viagra will depend on your age, other medical conditions you may have and other medicines you are taking.
Step 4
Avoid alcohol, which can temporarily impair the ability to get an erection, even when taking Viagra. You can take Viagra with or without food. But try to stick to a low-fat meal before taking it. High-fat foods can slow the body's ability to absorb the drug.
Step 5
Get into the mood. Viagra will not help a man if he is not interested in sex. It does not do all the work for you. The medication simply helps the penis become erect when the man is sexually aroused.
Step 6
Relax and take your time. Don't get overly anxious. Viagra can work for up to four hours, so there is plenty of time to get ready and enjoy sex with your partner.
Step 7
Talk to your doctor if Viagra is not working for you. Sometimes you may need to take it three or four times before it works. The doctor can adjust the dosage. Viagra is also not for every man. There might be something else that works for you.
