Viagra
Chemical structure: C22H30N6O4S
Functional Groups: Viagra consists of aromatic groups, ester groups, and amide groups.
Uses: Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED). In combination with sexual stimulation, sildenafil works by increasing blood flow to the penis to help a man get and keep an erection.
Misuses: The misuse of Viagra comes from men abusing the drug. Many men are found to misuse the drug to “enhance their sexual experience even though they are not in need of the drugs, or do not have any such medical condition” (https://www.menspharmacy.co.uk/blog/viagra/abusing-viagra/)
Side Effects of using Viagra: The side effects of taking Viagra include dizziness, headache, upset stomach, vision changes such as increased sensitivity to light, blurred vision, or trouble telling blue and green colors apart.
When was sildenafil first discovered? The drug was patented in 1996 and approved to help with erectile dysfunction by the FDA on 27 March 1998.
When was Viagra first used? Sildenafil was first used at a urological conference in 1983. It was then further used and tested on animals in the 1990’s.
Which countries use/used it? It was approved for medical use in the United States, Europe, Mexico, Canada and is available for over the counter purchase in the United Kingdom.
Is Viagra used in the United States today? Yes, it is still prescribed and used widely in the US today.
Where is Viagra derived from? This drug was originally developed to treat cardiovascular issues. Viagra is lab made.
Is Viagra approved by the FDA? Yes, Viagra was approved by the FDA in 1998.
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