You have just bought a bottle of the new Viagra and you are excited to try it out but you are also worried about the medication’s expiration date. After all, you don’t want to be taking a medication that has passed its expiration date, do you?
When you get your Viagra, there will be a little red box on the bottom of the bottle saying “Use by Date” which means the medication will be effective for only a certain period of time. The “use by” date is usually written in months on the box.
The Shelf Life of Viagra is the estimated number of months that the medication will stay effective after the “use by” date has passed. The Shelf Life is usually written next to the expiration date on the box. Keep in mind that, like all medications, Viagra’s shelf life will change based on a variety of factors such as how often you use it and whether or not you adhere to the recommended dose.
How Long Does Viagra Stay In Your System?
The moment you take your first sip of the wine, you will start experiencing the effects of Viagra. It will start working in your system faster than you can say “superior quality” and it will stay there for the rest of the night, giving you a great deal of pleasure. The acute effect lasts about 30 minutes and then it gradually wears off, although it will still be present in your body.
Based on the type of wine that you had, the vintage, and the storage conditions, the estimated time that Viagra remains in your system is between three and six hours. This is why you should never mix alcohol with Viagra or any other prescription medication for that matter. Otherwise, you may end up in unpleasant situations, such as, for example, alcohol withdrawal or a disrupted sleep pattern. Either one of these can be harmful to your health.
The good thing is that “overdoses” are extremely rare. In fact, only 0.3% of people who take Viagra experience an overdose. This is why VIAGRA is labeled as a “less harmful” medication compared to other erectile dysfunction medications. Nevertheless, you should still keep your doctor informed of any changes in your medication usage or if you suspect that you are experiencing any side effects.
What Are Some Of The Side Effects Of Viagra?
As we mentioned above, Viagra is a “less harmful” medication compared to other erectile dysfunction medications. Nevertheless, this does not mean that Viagra is without its side effects. In fact, there are several side effects that you should know about before you start using the medication, particularly if you are already experiencing any side effects from previous medications or treatments for other conditions.
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Tiredness
- Vivid dreams
- Nightmares
- Alcohol
- Struggle to fall asleep
- Depression
- Anxiety
Based on the clinical studies that Ingredion has published, the side effects of Viagra are generally experienced within the first few weeks of the medication’s use and then they subside quickly. Nevertheless, if you experience any side effect that is not listed above, please contact your doctor right away. This is especially important if it persists or gets progressively worse over time.
The good thing is that the side effects of Viagra are generally mild and infrequently experienced so the majority of people will not experience any. Still, side effects may vary from person to person. This is why it is important to do your research before you start taking Viagra, as well as, to continue doing so periodically throughout the medication’s use.
Can Viagra Be Tainted?
The short answer for this question is no. Viagra can be neither “tainted” nor “contaminated” with any impurities. This is because the ingredients that make up Viagra were tested extensively for purity before they were approved for sale by the FDA.
On the other hand, the manufacturing process for Viagra is not flawless. In fact, it is quite the opposite. The FDA has to approve any new manufacturing process that a pharmaceutical company uses and this process normally takes several years to be approved. This is why Viagra was initially approved in the mid-1990s.
Even though Viagra is essentially “flushable” once it has been used, there are always residue leftovers that will stay in your system for the rest of the day. This is why you should always practice safe sex after taking Viagra, no matter how wonderful the medication may be feeling at the moment. The residue that remains in your system can cause you to have unwanted pregnancies or spread sexually transmitted infections, such as HIV.
For this reason, it is extremely important to practice safe sex both before and after you take Viagra. Additionally, you should not share your Viagra with anyone, as this is also unsafe. Finally, you should not take any OTC medications while you are on Ost or any other prescription medication, as both types of medication interact with each other and may cause serious harm to your health.
To learn more, please consult the doctor or pharmacist that is administering your Viagra, as well as, any relevant books that the doctor may recommend. Never self-diagnose or treat yourself with any medication or vitamin that you have not been given by a professional physician. Self-diagnosis can lead to harmful interactions and medication errors that may cause further problems down the line. Good luck!