Viagra Connect

Viagra Connect is a type of over-the-counter erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment. It can help you get and maintain an erection for longer. You can get Viagra Connect online, or in person at a pharmacy.

Viagra Connect is sold under a brand name and contains the active ingredient sildenafil.

1. Take your tablet around 60 minutes before sex.
2. Swallow it whole, with some water. You don’t need to eat anything, but you can have something light if this reduces nausea (feeling sick).
3. Viagra Connect can only help you to get an erection if you’re also sexually stimulated. It usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes, but each person is slightly different.

What to avoid when taking it

To make Viagra Connect most effective, avoid taking it after having:

• a heavy meal
• grapefruit juice
• alcohol

These can make Viagra take longer to work. Grapefruit juice and alcohol also increase the likelihood of side effects.

Never take Viagra Connect more than once a day, even if it didn’t work the first time.

Viagra Connect should not be taken in certain circumstances, such as if you have an allergy to any ingredients or are taking nitrates for chest pain. Although it’s available over the counter, a pharmacist or doctor still needs to check your medical history.

The most common side effects of Viagra Connect are:

• flushing
• headaches
• indigestion
• dizziness
• nausea
• stuffy nose

These are only likely for a short amount of time and should get better as you continue using it. More information on side effects and who can take Viagra Connect is available in the patient information leaflet.

Severe side effects should be reported to your doctor straight away. Call 999 in an emergency, such as if you get severe chest pain or an erection that doesn’t go away within 4 hours.