Consult your doctor before using Viagra, especially if you have heart problems, high or low blood pressure, or liver or kidney disease. Viagra can interact with other medications, potentially causing dangerous side effects. Always disclose all medications you’re taking to your physician.
Common Side Effects
Common side effects include headache, facial flushing, nasal congestion, and indigestion. These are usually mild and temporary. If you experience prolonged or severe symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare but require immediate medical help. These include chest pain, irregular heartbeat, sudden vision loss or hearing loss, prolonged erection (priapism), and allergic reactions. A prolonged erection lasting more than four hours needs prompt medical attention to prevent permanent damage.
Medication Interactions
Avoid combining Viagra with nitrates, often prescribed for chest pain, as this combination can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure. Discuss potential interactions with all your medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements, with your doctor before starting Viagra.
Who Shouldn’t Use Viagra?
Men with certain pre-existing conditions, such as heart disease or uncontrolled high blood pressure, should not use Viagra. Those with a history of stroke or heart attack should also consult their physician before considering this medication. The same applies to men with retinitis pigmentosa (an inherited eye disease).
