Erectile dysfunction is a common condition affecting 50 million individuals in the United States alone.
That’s what makes the talk about timeframes a little tricky – there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all timing when it comes to ED medication.
However, sildenafil is a fast-acting medication that generally works within 30 to 60 minutes. At the 60-minute mark, you should be peaking as far as effects go unless you’ve had a big meal or a few drinks in you beforehand.
Other ED medications like tadalafil (Cialis®) and its ilk categorized as part of the PDE5 inhibitors, with the exception of avanafil (Spedra®), generally take around the same time to work.
Sildenafil is the active ingredient and generic version of Pfizer’s Viagra®. It boosts blood flow to the penis, leading to firmer and substantially longer-lasting erections. It’s a convenient and safe ED solution for men, which helps them in the confidence and performance department between the sheets.
Is generic sildenafil just as good as branded Viagra®?
Generic sildenafil tablets and branded Viagra® contain the exact same ingredient, and generic pharmaceutical manufacturers are mandated by no less than the United States Food and Drug Administration to create products that are “bioequivalent” to their branded counterparts. This ensures that whatever you get in Viagra® will be the same thing you’ll get with its generic equivalents – the only difference is that the latter costs just a fraction of branded Viagra®, making it accessible to more individuals struggling with ED all over the world.
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How long does it take sildenafil to kick in?
Sildenafil, as a fast-acting drug, takes around 30 to 60 minutes to take full effect. But since we asserted that how fast it takes effect depends on several factors, your mileage may vary depending on whether you’ve taken food or alcohol beforehand. There isn’t an exact time for it to begin working – it could happen faster than 30 minutes or longer than 60 minutes.
Some things to remember about taking sildenafil:
- Taking sildenafil on its own will not cause an immediate erection.
- You need to be stimulated sexually or feel aroused to get the best results from sildenafil.
- Sildenafil doesn’t always work the first time every time – you may need to try it once a day for several days to feel its effects and determine whether it works for you.
- Sildenafil doesn’t work for 100% of men – if you haven’t felt any difference after taking your doctor-prescribed dosage after several times, ask them if you need a higher dose or if you need to substitute it with another ED drug.
Is there a way to make sildenafil work faster?
Sildenafil, like any other drug, takes time before the body fully absorbs and metabolizes it, and nothing can make it “work faster.” What you CAN do, however, is to avoid doing things that slow down its absorption as follows:
- Don’t eat high-calorie or high-fat foods before using sildenafil; instead, take it on an empty stomach or after a light meal.
- Don’t drink alcohol before taking sildenafil. While alcohol might help you with your confidence, taking too much will kill off your erection faster than sildenafil can help it.
- Don’t drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruits since they interfere with sildenafil’s action.
Don’t take another dose of sildenafil even if you think it won’t work in time. Taking additional doses won’t make its effects go any faster, and worse, you might put your health at risk of experiencing severe side effects.
Is sildenafil dangerous to take?
Sildenafil is 100% safe to take at the dose and length of time prescribed by your doctor. Don’t take more than your prescribed dose or mix it with other drugs if you have an underlying cardiovascular health issue – it may result in unpleasant and downright severe side effects.
How often should sildenafil be taken in a day?
Sildenafil should only ever be taken once a day. Don’t take another one until 24 hours have passed, even if you don’t feel the effects. That’s because there might still be residual sildenafil in your bloodstream, increasing the likelihood of raising the amount in your body above prescribed levels.
Even if you take less than the maximum daily dose of sildenafil (100 mg), don’t take any extra sildenafil tablets within the same day without consulting your doctor about taking a higher dose. Consult your doctor if you think you need to increase your dosage.
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What will happen if I take too much sildenafil?
Taking too much sildenafil may increase the likelihood of developing adverse side effects, including the most severe ones such as dangerously low blood pressure or priapism – a painful condition characterized by an erection for longer than 4 hours. Seek immediate medical attention if you have taken more sildenafil than prescribed by your doctor or if you experience side effects even when taking your regular dose.
Who shouldn’t be taking sildenafil?
Sildenafil isn’t suitable for everyone. If you’re not 100% sure whether generic sildenafil is appropriate for you, consult your doctor or pharmacist for guidance. Avoid taking sildenafil if you are:
- Below 18 years old
- Have experienced a heart attack or stroke within the last 6 months
- Diagnosed with cardiovascular conditions such as chest pain (angina), hypertension, cardiomyopathy, low blood pressure, or any cardiovascular disease related to blood flow or your heart valves
- Diagnosed with stomach ulcers or other bleeding conditions
- Suffer from Peyronie’s disease or other deformations in the penis
- Have eye problems arising from damage to the optic nerve
- Diagnosed with leukemia, sickle cell anemia, or multiple myeloma
- Diagnosed with kidney or liver disease
Don’t take sildenafil if you haven’t been diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. Doing so is unlikely to give you any benefits, apart from increasing your risk of developing side effects.
Do you still have doubts about whether sildenafil is suitable for you? Consult your doctor. They will be able to tell you if you need it based on your medical history.
