Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, is an inability to achieve or maintain an erection that is firm enough to have sex. Erections depend on many different factors, including proper blood flow to the penis. Reduced blood flow to the penis may cause erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction can affect men differently. Some cannot achieve an erection. Others may achieve an erection, but not firm enough for having sex or they may lose the erection before or during sex.
Viagra Connect contains the active substance sildenafil, which belongs to a group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis, allowing blood to flow into your penis when you get sexually excited and causing an erection. Viagra Connect will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually excited (stimulated).
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Possible side effects include:
- headache
- dizziness
- hot flushes
- blocked nose
- nausea
If you experience these or any other side effects while using this medicine seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
You should schedule a health check-up with your doctor as soon as possible within the first 6 months of starting to use Viagra Connect to ensure that your erection problems are not caused by any serious health condition.
Erectile dysfunction may be an early sign of:
- cardiovascular disease
- diabetes
- high blood pressure
- high cholesterol
- depression
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.
Please read the patient information leaflet before use.
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