Many people believe that women can’t take Viagra—that it’s only designed for men with erectile dysfunction issues. But is that true?
The short answer is yes—but perhaps not in the way you think. While it’s true that Viagra was originally developed for men, it’s now used to treat a variety of conditions in both genders. So while women can’t take Viagra directly, they can certainly benefit from it.
Facts vs. Myths About Viagra
One of the first places you might encounter misinformation about Viagra is online. When an unhelpful search engine presents you with a lot of results that mostly debunk each other, you’re either going to have to dig deep into the facts yourself or hire someone to do it for you. Here are the facts.
While Viagra Was Originally Developed For Men, It Has Since Seen Broad Use
As mentioned above, Viagra was originally developed for treatment of erectile dysfunction in men. However, it has since been proven to be effective for treatment of a variety of conditions in both genders. A lot more so in women. So while it was originally designed for men, it’s now used to treat a variety of conditions from infertility to pre-menstrual dysphoria.
Viagra Does Not Cause Permanent ED
One of the biggest misconceptions about Viagra is that it causes permanent erectile dysfunction. In reality, Viagra, like all pharmaceuticals, has a very specific use and does not cause long-term damage. However, it does help to treat erectile dysfunction temporarily, until the patient can find the underlying cause and correct it. Most often, this is caused by physical problems like nerve damage or vascular malfunctions, which can lead to heart attacks or strokes. For this reason, men with heart problems should not take Viagra.
Viagra Is More Effective When Taken With Alcohol
Whether or not you drink alcohol, you should still know that taking Viagra with alcohol is more effective than taking it alone. Why? Well, it’s a well-known fact that alcohol inhibits the absorption of nutrients in the stomach, including the vitamin-rich antioxidants that Viagra needs in order to work properly. So if you take it with alcohol, you’re increasing the chance of getting a beneficial effect from Viagra—but you’re also increasing the chance of experiencing side effects, including nausea, dizziness, and headaches. These are among the more common side effects of Viagra, and they should be expected and dealt with accordingly.
Some People Can’t Take Viagra Due To Age
There’s also the belief that some people, mostly older men, cannot take Viagra, or rather, it doesn’t work for them. While this may be true for certain individuals, it’s not a general rule and many other people have found success with it. There are just some things they need to note before they start using it: First, make sure that they’re not already taking some form of nitrate medication, like nitroglycerin. Second, make sure that their blood pressure is not high. Third, make sure that they eat a healthy diet and are not obese. And finally, make sure that they take their vitamin supplements daily.
Whether or not you’re interested in trying Viagra for yourself, it’s important to know the facts about it. Many people have misconceptions about the drug, so it’s good to set the record straight once and for all. The information in this article should give you a good idea of what it is and what it’s not. If you’d like to learn more, you can always visit the FDA or visit the Viagra website, where you’ll find in-depth information about the drug. And for the record, not all of the information was verified by the FDA—so if you find any inaccuracies, please feel free to comment below!