Viagra has been called the little blue pill, one that packs a big punch when it comes to sexual functioning.
Viagra is the citrate salt of sildenafil and is a medication that has proven to be an effective treatment for a number of health conditions. It may turn out to be as versatile as Aspirin and other common drugs.
- The number one use for Viagra is for erectile dysfunction or ED. Viagra, in fact, became the first pill for treating ED in the U.S.
- Viagra can be taken by women, too! Viagra seems to help to improve sensation in the genital area
- Viagra is also used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). The drug reduces pulmonary arterial resistance and, when used for this condition, is named Revatio. The pills are round and white, over the familiar diamond-shaped blue models.
- Viagra has been used successfully in situations where low oxygen impacts on health. Doctors have used it for premature babies with breathing difficulties and, because of its effect on the blood vessels of the heart and lungs, it is believed to be beneficial at high altitudes, where low oxygen levels can be a problem.
- Sildenafil can also cut the frequency of Raynaud's phenomenon attacks, reducing duration by approximately one half. Both primary and secondary forms of Raynaud's can be treated using the drug.
- Viagra may help to alleviate pain in both humans and animals
- Viagra is being studied for its effects on memory and learning. Research suggests that Viagra tangibly affects both. And that's not all: it also appears to be of benefit for treating age-related cognitive decline. Viagra, in fact, may become another treatment for Alzheimer's.
- Viagra is also believed to work as an aphrodisiac, an agent used to increase sexual desire. The jury is still out as to whether this medication offers these additional benefits. While improving performance when used to treat ED, it has not been established that Viagra also enhances sexual desire.
- Some people add low concentrations of Viagra to water to prolong the life of cut flowers
- Unfortunately, Viagra is also used recreationally. Users mix it with amphetamines to counter erectile difficulties associated with amphetamine use.
It can be seen that Viagra is a versatile drug, one that has great potential.
