Sildenafil (brand name Viagra) is one of the premier first-line treatments for erectile dysfunction (ED). It’s effective and generally safe to take for most men without underlying medical conditions or maintenance medications.
Is it safe to use sildenafil recreationally?
Good question. But the first thing you need to do before you even think of taking any sort of medication is to consult your healthcare provider and have an honest discussion about your medical history and any medicines you might be taking.
Doing so will help your doctor determine whether sildenafil is safe and appropriate for your consumption.
That said, what does recreational sildenafil use actually mean?
The truth is, if you ask your healthcare provider if taking a small dose of sildenafil will cause problems, the majority of the time, the answer would be no. However, if you have a heart problem or are taking drugs for high blood pressure, that could cause some potentially serious complications.
That’s because sildenafil and its related PDE5 inhibitors such as tadalafil (Cialis) can be unsafe for individuals with certain health conditions or maintenance medications, which might lead to unsavory complications down the line.
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What happens if you take sildenafil (Viagra) without having medical conditions?
We already know that taking sildenafil for fun is not a good idea if you have underlying medical conditions or if you are taking other medicines. But what if you’re 100% sure that you’re in good health and you don’t take any other medicines?
Generally speaking, erectile dysfunction drugs are safe to take as long as you have a healthy heart and you aren’t taking other medicines that can interfere or interact with them.
That is, if you’re relatively young, have no cardiovascular health risk factors or other underlying medical conditions, and aren’t taking medicines that may interfere with ED drugs, it’s safe to say that taking sildenafil at low doses can help your erectile function without any serious side effects.
The real question is what you consider recreational use. Meaning, if you’re enjoying a healthy sex life, why would you want to take an erectile dysfunction drug? Perhaps you’re dealing with performance anxiety and your penis shrinks when it’s time to perform. It’s easy to get hard when you’re motivated or masturbating alone, but it might be harder for you to do so when you’re in front of your partner.
Well, lo and behold, a psychologically-induced erectile dysfunction is actually a form of ED. Meaning, there’s nothing wrong with your erectile function, nor your penis – but there IS a psychological problem somewhere in there that causes you to lose it when it’s time to do the real thing.
That said, what one person might call “recreational use” may actually have some sort of erectile dysfunction – meaning they should get examined by a qualified healthcare provider as regards the ED that’s causing them to “recreationally use” sildenafil.
Can you use sildenafil as a party drug?
Another facet of so-called recreational use involves engaging in sexual activity while taking sildenafil along with other drugs such as methamphetamine with other individuals and participants.
Well, this type of “recreational use” can be dangerous, since methamphetamines can interact with sildenafil in an unsafe way.
Another drug taken as part of chemsex parties are “poppers,” or small glass vials containing amyl nitrite. When these drugs are taken with ED drugs like sildenafil, they may cause a precipitous decline in blood pressure that may cause vertigo in the best-case scenario; at worst, they can cause death.
Drugs similar to the latter (nitrates) are used by doctors to treat cardiovascular conditions. So, if you’re currently taking nitrates for a heart problem, or if you’ve ever been diagnosed with a cardiovascular issue in the past, you should check in with your healthcare provider to determine whether taking ED drugs is safe for you.
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What are the potential side effects of sildenafil?
ED medications like sildenafil count headaches, flushing, runny nose, gastrointestinal upset, back pain, and seldom, impaired vision and color perception.
If you wish to try sildenafil, or if you think you might have erectile dysfunction (ED), you should consult your healthcare provider. There’s no reason to be ashamed of ED; more than 40 million Americans have experienced some sort of erectile dysfunction. You are not alone in your quest to experience optimal sexual function – which is part and parcel of overall health as any other factor is.
Remember: treat your body the best you can and prioritize your health. If you have any concerns about ED at all, consult your doctor instead of taking matters into your own hands.
Consult your healthcare provider, let them know your concerns, and have that conversation so they can determine the best course of treatment for you.
