Sildenafil and its branded equivalent Viagra® come in three standard doses: 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg. One out of two men over 40 diagnosed with erectile dysfunction (ED) and prescribed sildenafil or Viagra® often ask about what the normal starting dose is. We’ve put together a quick rundown on the answers.
Sildenafil (Viagra®) Dosages
Viagra® (sildenafil) is taken as a single, easy-to-swallow pill up to 4 hours before sexual intimacy.
Both the original branded Viagra® and its generic version sildenafil citrate is available in three sizes and doses: 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg.
Every individual responds differently to sildenafil or Viagra®. Your ideal dose will be typically based on how you respond to the drug. Sildenafil is a prescription medicine, and your doctor will help you determine the appropriate dose to begin with.
Many men are started on a 50 mg sildenafil or Viagra® dose and adjust accordingly following their doctor’s advice.
From that point forward, men may consult their healthcare providers about changing doses depending on their response. For some individuals, the standard 50 mg dose of sildenafil or Viagra® may not be sufficient enough. This might cause your doctor to put you on the FDA-approved maximum dose of 100 mg. Other doctors may reduce dosage to 25 mg, the minimum FDA-approved dosage of sildenafil and adjust it upwards as necessary.`
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How and When Should I Take Sildenafil (Viagra®)?
Generic sildenafil or its branded equivalent Viagra® is taken orally up to four hours before engaging in sexual activity. It usually takes around 30 to 60 minutes for the effects of sildenafil to kick in. This can take longer if you’ve eaten a high-calorie, high-fat meal before taking sildenafil.
However, don’t overthink the timeline: sildenafil works for several hours after you’ve taken your dose, so you don’t need to rush or worry about any deadlines.
Another important thing to know about sildenafil and its branded equivalent Viagra® is that they won’t work just by themselves. You need to be sexually aroused and stimulated for the drug to work. Taking sildenafil won’t produce an erection on its own.
Remember to tell your doctor about all of your underlying medical conditions (if any) and any other medicines you’re presently taking. Sildenafil can cause sudden drops in blood pressure which can be unsafe when taken with other medicines like nitrates and guanylate cyclase stimulators.
