Can I take Viagra with other medications?
Viagra can interact with certain medications, and some combinations are potentially dangerous, so you must inform your doctor about all medications you're taking before starting Viagra. The most serious interactions occur with nitrates (used for chest pain), other erectile dysfunction drugs, and blood pressure medications, which can cause severe drops in blood pressure. Your doctor can advise whether it's safe for you to take Viagra or recommend alternative treatments based on your current medications.
Key points:
- Nitrates and other PDE5 inhibitor drugs must not be combined with Viagra due to risk of dangerously low blood pressure or serious heart complications.
- Blood pressure medications, including alpha-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and ACE inhibitors can interact with Viagra and may require dose adjustment or alternative treatment.
- Antifungal drugs and certain antibiotics can increase Viagra levels in your blood, raising the risk of side effects.
- Always tell your doctor and pharmacist about all medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements, before taking Viagra.
This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.