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How does it work?

Viagra works by enhancing the effect of nitric oxide in the blood, relaxing the smooth muscle tissue in the penis and allowing the inflow of blood. It's important to note that Sildenafil citrate has no effect in the absence of sexual stimulation. Due to increased risk of serious or even fatal side effects, patients using medication containing nitrates, such as nitroglycerin, should not take this medication. For more Viagra prescription information, consult your physician.

How do I get a free Viagra sample?

Talk to your doctor. Each year, Pfizer gives away thousands of free Viagra sample packs to U.S. physicians for distribution to their patients. A free Viagra sample contains six 50 mg pills and clear instructions for how to get the best results.

Is it legal to buy Viagra online?

Yes, it is legal to buy Viagra online, however a distinction should be made between obtaining a new prescription through an "online medical consultation" and filling a prescription issued after a physical exam by your doctor. According to the FDA, consumers who choose the Internet to avoid consulting a doctor run the risk of either purchasing an inappropriate medication or unknowingly purchasing counterfeit or sub-substandard drugs. Generally, before a doctor writes a prescription for a drug the patient has never taken before, he or she first conducts a physical exam to determine what treatment is most appropriate. Subsequently, the drug is dispensed by a registered pharmacist at a pharmacy meeting state licensing standards. Internet retailers that sell prescription drugs without a valid prescription deny consumers the protection provided by the current system of federal and state safeguards.

Legitimate online pharmacies provide consumers with a convenient, private way to obtain prescription medication, often at more affordable prices and without the hassle of physically going to a pharmacy. For a list of verified online pharmacies, visit the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy.

Is there a generic Viagra?

While searching the Internet you may have come across sites offering discount prices on generic Viagra. A few brand names are Omnigen, Contrade, and Veega. Before you buy generic Viagra online, there are a few things you should be aware of. All of the companies offering these generic versions are located outside of the United States, and for good reason. Pfizer holds the patent, and they certainly haven't licensed anyone to compete with their top-selling product. In fact, Pfizer is currently engaged in a legal battle with Bayer Pharmaceutical and Glaxo Smith Kline, manufacturers of Levitra, as well as Eli Lilly, which introduced Cialis, to prevent competitors from entering the market.

While foreign-based labs may claim that the product they're offering is sildenafil citrate, unless you're a chemist, how can you be sure? Another serious consideration: U.S. Customs has an approximately 70% effectiveness rate in stopping the importation of generic Viagra from abroad. Your chances of actually receiving the counterfeit medication you pay for are extremely slim. In short, there are companies offering generic Viagra online, but they're doing so illegally. Let the buyer beware.

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