Viagra (Sildenafil Citrate) 100mg – Performance Labs

Description

The function of Viagra is relatively simple – it relaxes the muscle and increases the blood flow to the penis. An erection is nothing more than blood flow to the penis. When blood flow is weak so is the erection. If we increase blood flow, we increase the strength of the erection and the ability to maintain it.

The specifics of action involve the binding of nitric oxide to the guanylate cyclase receptors, which increases cGMP levels. This produces a smooth muscle relaxation, which in turn opens the pathway for increased blood flow. Viagra belongs to the class of drugs known as cGMP Specific Phosphodiesterase type 5 or PED5.

Important note: Viagra as well as other PED5 medications cannot cause or promote an erection without sexual stimulation. They do not influence libido. The subject must be sexually aroused to obtain an erection. In the case of Viagra, the problem for the subject is that the desire is there but the erection is not found. Viagra should reverse this issue if blood flow is the cause.

Dosage Instructions

It is available in numerous dosing strengths from 25mg, 50mg and 100mg per tablet

Recommended use is to take Viagra 30-60 minutes before sexual activity for the best effect with the total effect of the pill lasting for 4 hours, approximately.

Viagra is taken orally.

Effect on Cycle

The effects of Viagra are once again simple: the individual does not have the ability to produce or maintain an erection and Viagra provides the ability. However, it cannot be stressed enough that this only pertains to those with blood flow issues. If the ED issue is based on a hormone deficiency the use of Viagra or any PED5 may not help.

In other cases, it may require both the use of hormone therapy and PED5 medication. Some individuals may also find the issue is psychologically related. Mental related ED is not uncommon and is not a blood flow or hormone issue. Others may find their issue surrounds stress to the CNS or worse and at times without remedy due to testicular or penile damage.

Cialis vs Viagra for Bodybuilding

Viagra is a world-famous drug for ED and like Cialis, it is extremely effective in supporting men with erectile dysfunction. But can it also be used for bodybuilding? Viagra is a legitimate competitor with Cialis when it comes to bodybuilding.

If you must choose between these two, is Cialis or Viagra better for bodybuilding? Is there much difference between the two?

Both Cialis and Viagra are in a category of drugs called PDE5 inhibitors. This impacts blood flow and causes relaxation of the blood vessel walls. While originally and medically intended to assist with penile blood flow, Cialis and Viagra can also optimize blood flow to the muscle tissue in other parts of the body, increasing nutrient delivery and enhancing pumps.

Just like Cialis, Viagra has also shown to provide a mild boost to testosterone in older men. This is unlikely to be a benefit to younger men. Cialis has the additional benefit of improving the balance of testosterone to estrogen, and this is a critical factor for bodybuilders who need to keep estrogen levels under control (especially when using steroids). For many guys this benefit alone will be enough to select Cialis over Viagra.

When it comes to side effects, both drugs are in the same class so side effects are quite similar and unlikely to be a factor in your decision. As with any medication, individual reactions differ, and you might find that one or the other is a better tolerated by your body.

Viagra is often thought to work faster than Cialis, but both drugs have a similar acting time, and both can begin kicking in as soon as 30 minutes after taking your dose. Some men will find it takes a little longer – but Cialis reaches its peak levels in the body around the 2-hour mark so there’s plenty of time to enjoy its effects during your workout.

Viagra also leaves the body much quicker – just 12 hours compared with 36 to 48 hours for Cialis because Viagra has a half-life of just 4 hours, while 17.5 hours is the half-life of Cialis. For most bodybuilding use, this difference will be of little concern as both drugs have considerably shorter half-lives than most steroids you may be accustomed to using.

Both Cialis and Viagra have potential benefits for bodybuilders and athletes with each coming with their own small number of advantages. The one you select will likely depend on availability and any side effects that present to you as an individual.

Side Effects

The side effects of Viagra, the most reported is abnormal or blurred vision with approximately 2.5% of users experiencing this effect. If vision issues occur users are urged to discontinue and find alternative options. All possible side effects of Viagra include:

• Vision disturbances
• Loss of hearing (sudden) or ringing in the ears
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Edema (hands, ankles, feet)
• Shortness of Breath
• Lightheaded
• Headache
• Stuffy Nose
• Back Pain
• Memory Loss

The side effects of Viagra do not appear to occur in most men. Another side effect of the PED5 may be an erection lasting longer than 4 hours, which may or may not be considered a good thing depending on your situation but will more than likely call for professional attention.