If you’re going to use Viagra and other ED medications to improve your sex life, you may as well get the most bang for your buck 😉
You’ll soon find out that a little bit of effort goes a long way. Here are some tips for taking Viagra – keep them in mind and get ready for better sex for you and your partner.
Eat a light meal.
Or no meal at all. Sildenafil is most effective when taken on an empty stomach. In fact, eating a heavy or high-fat meal before you take it can delay absorption, meaning it will take longer for it to take effect. But eating something light, such as a salad, shouldn’t have a noticeable diminishing effect.
When it comes to “getting ready” for the big moment (especially if it’s the first time with a new partner), time is of the essence. Don’t leave your partner waiting and wanting!
Give yourself a little time for it to work.
Don’t pop the blue pill and expect to get down to business right away! Plan on giving it at least 30 minutes for it to work. Don’t worry, you can take it up to four hours before having sex — so no need to rush!
Avoid alcohol.
Having a glass of wine or another beverage before sexy time should be fine. But drinking excessively before or after taking sildenafil will put a damper on your “readiness” before the time comes.
Moderate to heavy drinking can make it harder for you to achieve an erection anyway. Viagra can lower your blood pressure. Combining it with alcohol can make it even harder to achieve an erection.
Get in the mood.
Viagra will not work if you’re not sexually stimulated (that’s right — Viagra doesn’t increase your libido).
If you take it before you’re aroused, you’re going to need some help from your partner.
(But that’s the fun part, right?)
Check for drug interactions before taking Viagra.
If you have a heart condition, pay attention to this and be completely honest about your medical conditions. Combining sildenafil with heart medications called nitrates can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
So, to be clear – BE SAFE. Talk to your doctor before mixing sildenafil or any other ED medications with other drugs. And DON’T mix Viagra with nitrates.
Adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Don’t rely solely on medications for sexual enhancement. Viagra, along with all other ED meds, works best when combined with a healthy lifestyle. The right amount of exercise paired with a balanced diet will certainly improve the effectiveness of your ED medication.
Determine the best medication and dosage for you.
If you’re already following all these tips for taking Viagra and you’re still not getting the results you’re looking for, you might want to talk to your doctor about increasing your dose or changing your medication. If you’re an existing Giovane Medical patient, please enjoy free unlimited consultations with a physician. Simply message your physician through our patient portal and you’ll get a response within a few hours.
Also, know that Viagra isn’t the only ED medication. For example, Cialis (tadalafil) is not affected by food intake, so you won’t have to eat a side salad when you’re on a dinner date with that special someone. And, it lasts much longer than sildenafil (up to 36 hours), which could take the pressure off of having sex within a certain amount of time.