This is what happens to your penis when you take Viagra – minute by minute
The effects of the drug can last a long time
- 19:20, 16 SEP 2018
- Updated 16:07, 17 SEP 2018
Introduction to Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often a hushed topic in conversations despite its common occurrence. Impotence, the inability to achieve or maintain an erection, significantly impacts personal relationships and self-esteem. It is a widespread condition, affecting more than half of men between the ages of 40 and 70. Many seek relief through medications like Viagra, which is widely recognized but not thoroughly understood.
How Viagra Works: A Closer Look
Viagra, or sildenafil, enhances blood flow to the penis, facilitating the achievement of an erection following sexual stimulation. Superdrug conducted a detailed study to demystify the effects of Viagra from initial intake to its-out influence in the bloodstream.
Timeline of Viagra’s Effects
First12 Minutes: Some men may experience an erection as soon as 12 minutes after taking Viagra, rapid absorption and.
27 Minutes: For others, it may take up to 27 minutes to feel the effects. The average response time, according to research, is just under half an hour. Physicians often recommend waiting one hour to evaluate its full potential.
- 57 Minutes: Around the one-hour mark, Viagra reaches its peak concentration in the blood. This period is referred to as the “maximum erection potential” phase, during which the effectiveness of Viagra in facilitating erections is at its highest, up to 33 minutes within this hour.
- Four Hours: The efficacy Viagra begins to decline; however, it retains half of its potency. It is possible to maintain an erection suitable for sexual activity during this period.
- 10 Hours: Even hours after administration, men can still achieve erections almost as easily as two hours post-dosage.
- 12 Hours: While still possible, sexual may see a decrease in duration, with average erection lengths shortening to 16 minutes.