Viagra and Flushing: What Users Say

• arm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 9, 2014

For Erectile Dysfunction "I am a 30-year-old disabled Army veteran. Got my prescription of Viagra in the mail today from the Department of Veterans Affairs medical system. Took it around 10:45 PM and around 11:30 PM started to become flushed in the face and had a slight headache. But when it came down to business, it works great. I stay harder longer and don't go soft as quickly. I can satisfy my significant other with great pleasure now. I am glad I talked to my doctor about my erectile dysfunction. I never would have thought that the VA system would ever give the pill to veterans who have erectile dysfunction. But they do."

• Gwm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 24, 2015

For Erectile Dysfunction "Been having some erectile dysfunction problems on and off this year, noticeable since November 2014. Decided to speak to my GP about it. Given Viagra, 50mg. Taken as needed just to get things kick-started again. Took it last night. Bit of flushing, a slight sore head but have had worse, even had one glass of wine an hour later. Action in bed - incredible. Rock-hard, large, could last a long time, enjoyable. Woke up again at 6 for round two - same again. And then another round at 8:30 am - same again. 12 hours later and if I get turned on, things are happening again. Seriously impressed and if it's got things kick-started again, then it's well worth it."

• Fee...
• June 20, 2019

For Erectile Dysfunction "I’m in my mid-40s and have not been able to perform for the past few years like I used to. My erections were not strong and would go away quickly before ejaculating. I decided to talk to the doctor about it and set an appointment. The conversation with the doctor was easy to have, and we spoke about the symptoms. He gave me a few options, and we decided on Viagra to start with. The doctor prescribed 100 mg. With generics now available, I was able to get 30 pills for about $26 from the pharmacy at my local grocery store. I had read reviews and learned about the headaches. I took my first pill with ibuprofen to avoid a headache. About an hour later, things were ready to go. Our first session was great, lasting about 30 minutes and lots of 'Wow's. About 20 minutes later, ready to go again for another 30 minutes. And about 30 minutes after the second session, my wife asked if I was ready for another session, which I was. The only side effect was the flushing, but it was not bad."

• Ant...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 2, 2018

For Erectile Dysfunction "I'm 48, and I don't have any problem getting an erection, I still fancy my wife very much. The issue I have is maintaining it, then it became a psychological problem. I've been on this amazing drug now for over a year, and it works very well for me. In fact, I love the intense erection it gives me. Yes, I get facial flushing and a slight headache, but ibuprofen sorts that out. If nothing else, I oddly like the flushing now. It makes me feel ready... I started on 50mg and then took myself up to 75mg as I felt it was not as intense as it used to be. For me personally, it takes about 1.5 hours to kick in. I love it!!!"

• Har...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 12, 2016

For Erectile Dysfunction "I turned 50 and found I had difficulty in obtaining a good erection. My wife suggested we give Viagra a try, and I was prescribed 50 mg tablets. I tried one the first night, and within 45 minutes, I felt flushed and very excited. I went to the bathroom, and after a little coaxing, I came out with the biggest erection I had for years, much to my wife's pleasure. The climax was very intense, and I was able to get erect again shortly afterwards. I used three tablets in two weeks, and there was satisfaction for both myself and my wife every time."

• Joh...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 13, 2016

For Erectile Dysfunction "I started with 100, then cut them in half. Last night I tried half of the 50. Found that 25 mg worked even better. I am in my 70s, and the milder dose gave little flushing and no headache. Much cheaper when you get 4 for 1."

• fol...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 25, 2018

For Erectile Dysfunction "This is an absolutely fantastic medication, has vastly improved intimacy and sex with partner, self-confidence and self-esteem. I was hard enough to penetrate but would lose erection, and this, while partner was fully supportive and patient, would cause upset and tension, sex was not a pleasant experience. Now, fantastic, having fun with my partner again, have a fully hard and lasting erection. Can sometimes delay climax but not to the point of becoming a problem. Have had minor headaches and flushing but nothing major, I can find it difficult to orgasm, as I mentioned above, but again it's just being patient. My relationship is fantastic now, and I feel like a proper man again. As I didn't before. Don't want to have to use this forever, though, but will continue to use this for a few months. Can be a little frustrating in the sense that you don't always know when you and your partner are going to have sex, as obviously unplanned sex is more fun rather than being 'planned,' which can be a little strange."

• Eas...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2019

For Erectile Dysfunction "I took Viagra 50 mg tonight for the first time. I was able to get an erection and maintain it to orgasm but still experienced some softness during intercourse. Not sure if I should ask the doctor to up my dosage. I did experience facial flushing and some sensitivity to light, but so far that's it."

• Old...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 11, 2019

For Erectile Dysfunction "I'm 72 years old and first used sildenafil 7 years ago after a family tragedy 'killed' my libido for about a month. On restarting sex, only a soft erection was possible and no penetration. I got prescribed sildenafil 50mg, and right from the first use, it was very successful and took away the anxiety. Have used this ever since and am always very hard and capable of any penetration. Facial flushing/slight headache, only side effects. Now use 75mg dose and wait 90 mins to make sure if I had some alcohol."

• hap...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 28, 2012

"Wonderful experience. 59 years old and the first pill was 100 mg - I was 20 again. Very hard erection and I experienced great sex with my wife. Cost is expensive and my insurance did not cover. On the second try, I cut the second pill in half and had a great time. Felt the flushing, but it was a mild aftereffect or symptom. I want to try a different erectile dysfunction medication. I take a statin and, with age, my erection was diminishing. With Viagra, I get a very hard erection that lasts."

• occ...
• January 17, 2011

For Erectile Dysfunction "Healthy, robust 53-year-old here... 50 mg works great but on an empty stomach. Slower and less effective on top of food. Reaction within 30 minutes, with better erections up to 9 hours later. Side effects: nasal congestion, flushing, fullness in head, eye pressure, sometimes increased heart rate and respiration. Poor sleep, next-day fatigue, and slight anxiety. I went crazy with this when I first started and took it every day for a week. Lots of fun. But it completely wore me out. No, it wasn't all the sex. It really does affect you in a negative way with too much use. I find increased side effects if I take it near the time of thyroid medicines. I take it once a week or so, and it's worth the side effects."

• Anonymous
• December 8, 2011

"Best results for me if I take the 50 mg dose before eating anything. After a meal, I find that Viagra does not help me get an erection for hours, if at all. If taken on an empty stomach, it works fast. I also get flushed, but this tells me that it's working. I get occasional headaches from Viagra, but the side effects are well worth it!"