Viagra has been on the market since 1998, and has since become a very popular drug that most people - regardless of direct experience - have heard of. That being said, men with ED should still be aware that there are alternative medications available to them on the market today. Cialis and Levitra are two newer drugs that have had similar success. All three drugs are effective, but each has different characteristics that you should consider.
All three of these medications fall under the class of PDE-5 inhibitors. They all have similar effectiveness rates as well - as high as 70% of men are successfully treated, this even includes every different kind of erectile dysfunction. Each of these drugs also requires sexual stimulation in order to work - you will not get an automatic erection.
Viagra is the oldest of the drugs and claims to be the fastest to work. On average, it only takes 14 minutes from the time you take the pill for Viagra to be absorbed into the body, assuming you took it on an empty stomach. The downside of the pill is that the time it takes to kick in can vary widely based on how much food you have in your stomach. It takes about 30 minutes for you to feel the drugs full effects, but it loses half of this effect after about 4 hours. Side effects include things such as upset stomach, mild headaches, mild headaches, facial flushing, and unusually bright vision.
Levitra was the second drug to come onto the market. It is chemically composed differently than the other ones and is actually more powerful for the worst cases of ED. It takes about 45 minutes to take full effect, but it is not affected by stomach contents, unless they are highly fatty. Levitra has more efficacy, potency, and a longer duration than Viagra. Side effects you should be aware of can include flushing, headache, and runny or stuffy nose.
Finally, there is Cialis. This drug was the last to come onto the market, and has been approved to work for up to 36 hours, with some studies showing an effectiveness up to 100 hours. Cialis, unlike the others, will not be effected by your stomach contents and will kick in the hardest after 2 hours of absorption time. Cialis's half-life is between sixteen and twenty-two hours depending on the individual. The most common side effects include back and muscle aches, headaches, and upset stomach.
As you can see, these three drugs are very similar. The one you choose depends on your individual lifestyle and medical history. Keep in mind that you must speak to a doctor regarding these medications as they are all three prescription drugs. When you speak with your doctor, be sure to mention any medical conditions or drugs you may be taking. Some drugs interfere, so its important that your doctor is aware of them.
Erectile dysfunction can seriously affect your quality of life if you do not get treatment. Speak with your doctor today and get your life, relationship, and sex drive back on track!