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Viagra is probably the best-known ED treatment. It was the first ED drug that hit the market in 1998. Since then, it has been proven to be safe and effective for millions of men. It contains the active ingredient, sildenafil citrate; and is often referred to as the “blue pill”. Newer medications have subsequently joined the ED arena to help men achieve and maintain erections. Each has subtle differences. Compared to Viagra, some medications work quicker; last longer; are not affected by food; and do not cause side effects such as headaches that are associated with Viagra. There are also alternatives which can be taken daily to provide a continuous solution to ED. No erectile dysfunction treatment is better than the other. Each has its pros and cons, and your GP or pharmacist can advise on which would suit you and your lifestyle best. Medical Viagra substitutesYou can try medical alternatives to Viagra if Viagra does not suit your lifestyle or is not working as well as you want. Like sildenafil, they work by improving blood flow to the penis. These include:
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