Sildenafil Tablets vs. Viagra: What Should You Choose?

Erectile dysfunction is commonly treated with both Viagra and sildenafil. In actuality, they share the same active component. Pfizer, a pharmaceutical corporation, produces and markets sildenafil under the name Viagra. The generic version of Viagra, Sildenafil, is also offered for sale.

History of sildenafil as Viagra

British researchers Albert Wood and Peter Dunn developed sildenafil citrate in 1989 as a potential treatment for angina and hypertension, two illnesses linked to coronary heart disease. In the British patent for the medicine as a heart medication from 1991, Dr. Nicholas Terrett—often referred to as the “father of Viagra”—was mentioned. Patients who participated in the clinical trials said they experienced stronger erections after taking sildenafil, even though Pfizer’s early trials of the medicine in the 1990s did not demonstrate its effectiveness as a heart treatment. Additional research on the biological mechanism underlying erections helped scientists better grasp how sildenafil can heighten the effects of sex excitement and widen blood vessels in the penis.

Sildenafil (generic Viagra) becomes available

Sildenafil, also known as “generic Viagra,” can now be produced by generic manufacturers because to Pfizer’s loss of the drug’s UK patent in June 2013. It has reduced the cost of the medication and made it more affordable for a wider spectrum of patients than Viagra. You may now buy either sildenafil tablets, a generic alternative to the brand-name medicine Viagra, from Pfizer.

Blue or white pills?

Pfizer has patented the blue, tiny, diamond-shaped pills that are used to deliver branded Viagra. Depending on the manufacturer, sildenafil is offered as white or blue tablets with various properties. Some are scored for the simple division while others are not, and some have chalky finishes while others are smooth. There is no discernible difference in the number of active chemicals between Viagra and the other brands of sildenafil, which are both available in 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg doses.

Why is sildenafil cheaper than Viagra?

Since sildenafil tablets are a generic drug, they are made by a variety of companies, and this competition helps to control the cost and make it reasonable for consumers. Pfizer is the sole manufacturer of branded Viagra, and because of its brand recognition and strong customer base, it is able to command a premium price for its well-known “little blue tablets.”

Is one preferable to the other?

Medically speaking, sildenafil and Viagra are identical. In order to be considered bioequivalent, a generic drug must have the same number of active components in the body as its branded counterpart. The manufacturer must show bioequivalence to the licensing authorities before generic medications are approved for sale (the European Medicines Agency).

If you have a private prescription for Viagra, the brand-name medication must be given; however, you can request sildenafil when the prescription is written. They are regarded as equally effective, however, for the best outcomes, patients must adhere to the right protocol. Be aware that a greater dose of Viagra or generic sildenafil may be necessary if the situation does not improve after the first dose (after unsuccessful attempts).