1. Viagra is the only treatment for erectile dysfunction. MYTH
It’s the most well-known, but there are also alternatives like Levitra, Sildenafil, and Cialis.
2. Generic versions of Viagra are available. FACT
Similar to many other medications on the market, you will end up paying more for a brand name.
3. There are side effects. FACT
Nearly all medication will have some form of side effect. The little blue pill can cause mild side effects such as back pain, dizziness, flushing, headache, indigestion, muscle pain, nausea, rash, stuffy nose, etc. These should go away within a few days.
4. It will make you horny. MYTH
Nope. Sorry. It’s not an aphrodisiac. You have to find sexual arousal in your own way.
5. It might not work the first time. FACT
On top of that, it might not work a few times after that (like any other ED treatment). It doesn’t mean it won’t work at all – doctors will usually have you try it several times before moving on to a different solution.
6. It protects against STIs. MYTH
I’m not sure why people thought this, but it will NOT protect you from diseases or infections.
7. You need a prescription to get it. FACT
Yes, because there are things that a patient needs to know. However, it’s pretty easy to get.
8. It had medicine conflicts. FACT
Some meds, like nitrates, can have a bad reaction to Viagra.
9. You’ll have a boner for as long as the pill lasts. MYTH
Also nope. If you can get yourself excited, it will help your erection along. That’s it. You will also deflate after you ejaculate or any other reason you would go soft. You won’t get a persistent tent pitch like in some comedy movie.
10. You can buy fake pills. FACT
It should be no surprise, that absolutely yes, you can buy fake Viagra. It’s actually one of the most counterfeit drugs in the world. If you’re not sure, the real pills are all the same color blue and the F in Pfizer is a unique font. They also come in a 4-pack.
11. You can get pregnant when using Viagra. FACT
Unless you’re using a condom or other form of birth control (even then it’s not 100%), the little swimmers will go ahead and do their job.
12. You should take it on an empty stomach. FACT
This one is also true. If you think about how hard it is to have sex with a full tummy AND a working penis, you can see how it would be helpful to pop the pill when you haven’t eaten that much (or had alcohol).
13. It’s okay to take a second pill in one day. MYTH
One pill per 24-hours – no more. Taking another will not change or help things. You also shouldn’t combine it with any other ED medication.
14. It will not affect your fertility. MYTH
Another, very rare, side effect is that it could affect the sperm. But, for most people, it will probably end up helping the baby-making process because you’ll be able to get an erection.
OTHER INTERESTING STUFF
15. One study showed that flowers stay standing up longer with a 1mg dose. The problem is that it ends up being far more expensive than traditional methods of preservation.
16. Another study found that it reset a hamster’s sleep cycle. That’s good news for future jetlag sufferers. (but don’t take it just yet for that, you’re not a rodent).
17. Exotic animal parts have long been used to “treat” sexual issues. But, since the introduction of the little V, engendered animal poaching has dropped.
18. CIA used packets to pay Taliban chiefs for useful information (because they often had younger or many wives).
Do you know any other interesting Viagra facts or myths? Share in the comments!
