Viagra Connect: it can play a role in your love story

Daily life can sometimes get in the way of your sex life. When it does, Viagra Connect is here to help.

Who it’s for: Viagra Connect is for adult men (over 18 years of age) who have erection problems (EPs) – what doctors might call erectile dysfunction (ED).

Who it isn’t for: If you are a woman, a man under 18, or do not have EPs, then Viagra Connect isn’t the right treatment for you.

Where you buy it: From our trusted partner ChemistDirect, from other online pharmacies, and from your local pharmacy. No prescription needed.

Are you taking other medicines? Some medicines can interact with Viagra Connect, so you’ll be asked what else you might be taking before you can buy it.

Do you have any other health conditions? Some men will have issues with their health that make Viagra Connect unsuitable for them. This is why you’ll be asked a few straightforward questions about your health before you can buy it.

For more information about who Viagra Connect is suitable for please read the Patient Information Leaflet, available from the electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC) , or speak to your pharmacist.

Simple to take

Take 1 Viagra Connect tablet 1 hour before sex. Do not take more than 1 tablet a day.

Any questions?

Viagra Connect is a treatment for men with erection problems. If you have any questions about how it works, or where to buy it, visit the FAQ.

Beware of bootlegs

There are some illegitimate websites out there selling counterfeit medicines, but staying safe online is simple enough if you stay aware.

Find out more about how to identify trustworthy places to buy Viagra Connect Is Viagra Connect not working as you expected?

If you’ve tried Viagra Connect and are not seeing the results you’d hoped for, it may be time to seek guidance from a doctor to explore your treatment options.

Viagra Connect:
1 tablet 1 hour before sex

When taking Viagra Connect, always follow the directions on the Patient Information Leaflet included in the pack:

• Take 1 tablet about 1 hour before sex
• Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water
• Do not take more than 1 tablet a day

Take Viagra Connect as directed to help you get the best results.

Try and do the following to get the most out of Viagra Connect:

• Get in the mood. Viagra Connect usually starts to work within 30–60 minutes, so you can be ready when you need to be. Remember, taking Viagra Connect isn’t going to give you an instant erection; you need to be sexually aroused for it to work. You and your partner should engage in foreplay, just like you would if you weren’t taking medicine for erectile dysfunction (ED) – the medical name for erection problems (EPs)
• Relax. There’s no rush. Viagra Connect works for up to 4 hours after you take it – it will still work within this period of time, in response to sexual stimulation
• Watch what you eat. Viagra Connect can be taken with or without food. But if you take it after a meal that has a lot of fat in it, like a burger and chips, it might take a bit longer to start working

• Get familiar. If it’s been a long time since you had an erection, try masturbating before having sex so you can get used to the feeling of having an erection again
• Don’t give up. If Viagra Connect doesn’t work first time, don’t worry, getting used to having an erection again can take a while. Next time you’re ready, take another tablet – but never more than 1 a day
• Keep your options open. If Viagra Connect doesn’t work for you after several separate tries, talk to your pharmacist or doctor. You might need a different treatment – either for your erection problems, or for a condition that is contributing to them
• Always read the instructions. The Patient Information Leaflet, which you’ll find in the Viagra Connect box, tells you exactly what to do to get the best results from Viagra Connect, so it’s worth reading. In fact, it’s essential

Frequently asked questions about Viagra Connect

Select from the topic below:

What does Viagra Connect do?

Viagra Connect is a medicine that helps adult men with erectile dysfunction (ED) – the medical name for erection problems (EPs). It’s available from online pharmacies (and regular bricks and mortar ones) and you don’t need a prescription to buy it.

What’s in Viagra Connect?

50 mg of the active ingredient sildenafil.

How does Viagra Connect work?

It relaxes the blood vessels in your penis so more blood can flow into it. That means when you are sexually aroused you get and keep an erection hard enough for sex.

How long does Viagra Connect last?

It stays active in your body for up to 4 hours. It then gets broken down by the liver and is removed in the faeces and urine.

What are the side effects of Viagra Connect?

All medicines can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The most common side effect of Viagra Connect, affecting more than 1 in 10 men, is a headache. To find out more read the Patient Information Leaflet available from the electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC) .

If you have experienced side effects when taking Viagra Connect, you can report them to the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme .

Is there such a thing as ‘Herbal Viagra Connect’?

No. If a product is advertised as ‘Herbal Viagra Connect’, it is not Viagra Connect. Viagra Connect is not a herbal medicine.

How long does Viagra Connect take to work?

About 30–60 minutes. You need to be sexually aroused for it to help give you an erection, but Viagra Connect works for up to 4 hours after you take it.

How often can I take Viagra Connect?

You can only take 1 Viagra Connect tablet a day

Can I take Viagra Connect if I’m taking other medicines at the same time?

Some medicines can’t be taken with Viagra Connect. If you are taking other medicines, talk to your pharmacist about them. You’ll find more about this in the Patient Information Leaflet .

Can women take Viagra Connect?

No. Only men aged 18 years and older with erectile dysfunction (the medical name for erection problems) can take Viagra Connect.

What should I do if I’ve taken more than 1 tablet by mistake?

If you take more than 1 Viagra Connect tablet in a day you should seek medical advice.

How do I get the best results from Viagra Connect?

Follow the instructions in the Patient Information Leaflet inside the Viagra Connect pack, or read the short guide above.

What if Viagra Connect doesn’t work?

Viagra Connect should work the first or second time you try it. If you still aren’t getting and keeping an erection after several separate attempts, talk to your pharmacist or see your doctor. They will be able to talk to you about different treatments, or any other issues with your health that might be contributing to your erection problems.

Where can I buy Viagra Connect?

From our trusted partner ChemistDirect, from other online pharmacies, and from your local pharmacy.

How much does Viagra Connect cost?

Viagra Connect come in different pack sizes:

(Recommended retail price)

Can I get Viagra Connect without seeing a doctor first?

Yes. You’ll just need to answer some questions from a pharmacist – whether online or in a bricks and mortar pharmacy – about your general health and any medicine you might be taking. You should see your doctor within 6 months of your first purchase of Viagra Connect for a health check.

Counterfeits and staying safe online

Counterfeit Viagra Connect: the dangers

How can you be sure medicines bought online are genuine? A website and the medicines it sells might look like the real thing, but you can only be certain when you know you’re buying from a legitimate source.

Counterfeit medicines might be ineffective because they contain too much or too little active ingredient, or no active ingredient at all.

How to make sure an online pharmacy is genuine

For peace of mind, follow these simple rules:

1. A legitimate pharmacy will ask you some simple questions to make sure Viagra Connect is right for you. If you aren’t asked any questions, don’t use the pharmacy.

2. Legitimate online pharmacies, ones like our trusted partner ChemistDirect, are registered with regulatory organisations. Look for a logo with a registration number on the homepage. Clicking on the logo will take you to the regulatory body the pharmacy is registered with.

3. You can also search the regulatory body’s website using the number on the logo and the pharmacy’s name and address. If the online pharmacy isn’t registered, don’t use it.

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Related content

Is Viagra Connect right for you?

If you have erection problems (EPs) – or what doctors call erectile dysfunction (ED) – Viagra Connect could help you to get or maintain an erection. Find out more and speak to your pharmacist for further information

How do I take Viagra Connect?

Straightforward guidance that will help you get the best results from Viagra Connect

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