Sildenafil Generic for Viagra®

Yes, generic forms of Viagra® are just as safe as Viagra®. Both Viagra® and generic for Viagra® were approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat ED and millions of men have used Viagra® or the generic for Viagra® to treat their erectile dysfunction. Generic medications do not compromise the safety of a medication. The cost is lower than brand name medication for many reasons, most notably because the brand name medication is no longer legally protected against competition from other manufacturers.

Generic for Viagra® may not be safe for men with some pre-existing conditions or who are taking medications that may interact with the drug. If you have (or have ever had) heart problems (such as a heart attack), heart disease, irregular heartbeat, angina, chest pain, narrowing of the aortic valve, heart failure, heart surgery, pulmonary hypertension including pulmonary arterial hypertension, stroke, low blood pressure, high blood pressure, a deformed penis shape (Peyronie’s Disease), priapism (an erection that lasts for more than 4 hours), sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, leukemia, retinitis pigmentosa (a rare genetic eye disease), severe vision loss (such as NAION), bleeding problems, stomach ulcers, liver problems or kidney problems (such as kidney dialysis), you may be at higher risk for adverse effects. If you have any of these health conditions, or any other health condition, tell your healthcare provider. Your provider should be aware of all medical conditions, prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications that you are taking.