Is VIAGRA connect right for me?
Who cannot take VIAGRA connect?
Men under 18 years of age
Only men aged 18 years and older and who have erectile dysfunction (ED) are suitable candidates for VIAGRA connect. If you are under 18 and think you have ED symptoms, talk to your pharmacist or make an appointment with your doctor who can advise you further
Women
VIAGRA connect has not been tested on women, so the effects on their health are unknown
Men who do not have ED
VIAGRA connect will not help you if you do not have ED symptoms. It will not enhance your erection, sexual performance or help with other conditions, such as premature ejaculation. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor about any health concerns you may have
Men taking certain medications
Some medicines can interact with VIAGRA connect, so you will be asked about medicines you take before you can buy the product
Men with certain health conditions
Some men will have health issues that would make them unsuitable candidates for VIAGRA connect. You will also be asked about your health before you can buy the product
For more information about who VIAGRA connect is suitable for, please read the Patient Information Leaflet, available from the electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC)
Where can I get VIAGRA connect?
VIAGRA connect is the first medicine available without a prescription in the UK to help men with erectile dysfunction (ED)
You can buy VIAGRA connect in the following ways:
- From your local pharmacy
- Online from any trusted online pharmacy
- Through the VIAGRA connect website
You can now buy VIAGRA connect from your pharmacy or from registered online pharmacies – without a prescription
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Buying VIAGRA connect at the pharmacy
Pharmacists are trained to help men treat their erectile dysfunction (ED) symptoms.
A physical examination will NOT be necessary during your visit to the pharmacy.
Over 90% of pharmacies in the UK now have a private consultation area where you can speak to the pharmacist in complete confidence.
The pharmacist will not give you a physical examination or ask you personal questions about your sex life – they will just ask you a few questions about:
- Your general physical health
- Any medicine you might be taking
This is to confirm that you have ED symptoms and to confirm treatments suitable for you.
If VIAGRA connect is suitable for you:
The pharmacist will sell you the product and advise you how to take VIAGRA connect correctly. The pharmacist will also advise you to visit your doctor within 6 months of your first VIAGRA connect purchase to ensure the underlying cause of your ED symptoms are investigated. Always read the Patient Information Leaflet in the pack.
If VIAGRA connect is not suitable for you:
The pharmacist will recommend that you visit your doctor, who can then give you a health check-up and suggest the best treatment for you.
Most pharmacies in the UK have private consultation areas, so you can have a discreet conversation with a pharmacist about VIAGRA connect
Not sure how to ask the pharmacist for VIAGRA connect?
The pharmacist will be available to talk to customers, but might be in the dispensary rather than at the front counter.
You can ask one of the pharmacy staff, who may be serving at the counter, if you can talk to the pharmacist directly.
You do not need to say why you want to talk to the pharmacist, just that you would like to have a quick word.
Here are a few examples of what you could say to the pharmacist:
I'm interested in buying some VIAGRA connect
I’ve read about VIAGRA connect and would like to know more
If you require privacy, you could say the following:
Can I talk to you privately about something?
Can I have a private word with you?
Buying VIAGRA connect online
VIAGRA connect is available to buy online via a secure website. VIAGRA connect is also available from many registered UK pharmacy chains and independent pharmacies.
The process is straightforward and you will be guided through the transaction. The main steps will include:
- Select VIAGRA connect as the product you wish to purchase
- Create an account, sign in to your existing account, or sign in as a guest
- You’ll need to answer some questions about your general health and any medicine you might be taking
- Go to the checkout and pay
- A pharmacist will review your responses. If VIAGRA connect is suitable for you, the transaction will be confirmed
If VIAGRA connect is not suitable for you, the transaction will not be approved. It will be recommended that you visit your doctor, who can then give you a health check-up and suggest the best treatment for you.
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VIAGRA connect takes 30 to 60 minutes to work, so you can be ready when you need to be
Remember these guidelines to get the most out of VIAGRA connect:
- Get into the mood. VIAGRA connect usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes, so you can be ready when you need to be. Remember, you will not get an instant erection just by taking VIAGRA connect. You must be sexually stimulated for it to work. You and your partner should engage in foreplay just as you would if you were not taking a medicine for erectile dysfunction (ED)
- Take your time. Be patient and relax. There is no rush. You can wait up to 4 hours after you take VIAGRA connect before having sex – it is designed to work within this time in response to sexual stimulation
- Eat smart before you start. VIAGRA connect can be taken with or without food. If you take VIAGRA connect after a high fat meal, for example burger and chips, it may take a little longer to start working
- If it has been a while since you had an erection try masturbating before having sex to get used to the feeling of having an erection again
- It can take time to get used to having an erection again. So, if VIAGRA connect does not work first time, don’t worry. Just try again, but remember that you can only take 1 tablet a day
- If VIAGRA connect did not work for you after several separate occasions, talk to your pharmacist or doctor as you may need an alternative treatment
- ALWAYS read the patient information leaflet inside the pack to make sure you take VIAGRA connect correctly
How do I take VIAGRA connect?
Taking VIAGRA connect as directed can help you get the best results
When taking VIAGRA connect, always follow the directions on the Patient Information Leaflet included in the packaging:
- Take one tablet about 1 hour before sex
- Swallow the tablet whole with water
- Do not take more than one tablet a day
What are the side effects of VIAGRA connect?
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the Patient Information Leaflet. For more information, please read the Patient Information Leaflet, available from the electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC).
You can also report side effects directly by using the national reporting system in the United Kingdom at the Yellow Card Scheme website
Frequently asked questions about VIAGRA connect
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Counterfeits and staying safe online
How do I know I am buying genuine VIAGRA connect?
VIAGRA connect is available for sale at pharmacies and online through the VIAGRA connect website or legitimate pharmacy sites. Treatments for erectile dysfunction (ED) are the most counterfeited medicines in Europe. How can you be sure that medicines bought online are genuine and safe?
Buying any medicine online is risky in terms of the potential cost to your health and your bank balance. The medicines sold may look exactly like the real deal, but you can only be sure you are buying genuine medicine by going to a legitimate source for purchase.
Websites that sell medicines may look genuine, but they are often not legitimate. Such websites sell counterfeit drugs that are dangerous to your health and some may even collect your personal data.
Counterfeit medicines are dangerous because they are not manufactured safely or inspected by regulatory authorities.
In 2015, nearly £16 million worth of counterfeit medicine was seized in the UK alone.
Pfizer, the manufacturer of VIAGRA connect, has tested samples of ED medicine bought online and found that more than ¾ of it was actually counterfeit.
Here are just a few of the ingredients found in counterfeit medicines:
- Brick dust
- Rat poison
- Boric acid
- Antifreeze
- Floor wax
- Mercury
- Lead
- Arsenic
- Road paint
- Too much or too little active ingredient, or no active ingredient at all
How can I be sure an online pharmacy is genuine?
You can find out if an online pharmacy is genuine by following a few simple rules:
- Does the website belong to a registered pharmacy with a real address and phone number?
- If the website has a phone number, can you speak to a pharmacist directly? If not, the site may be fake
- Legitimate online pharmacies will be registered with regulatory organisations. Look out for a logo with a registration number on the homepage. A clickable logo will take you through to the regulatory body that the online pharmacy is registered with. You can also search the regulatory body’s website using the number on the logo plus the pharmacy’s name and address. If the online pharmacy is not registered, do NOT use it
- A legitimate pharmacy will also ask you some suitability questions to make sure VIAGRA connect is right for you
Remember these simple rules to stay safe online
Buying VIAGRA connect:
VIAGRA connect is clinically proven to treat ED symptoms and is available over the counter at your local pharmacy or registered online pharmacies