Viagra Side Effects

Alike other medication, Viagra is host to some side-effects. These side-effects are mild and do not last for more than couple of hours. Generally, the following side-effects do not occur with higher doses of Viagra, which are as follows:

• Headache
• Facial flushing
• Upset stomach
• Blurred vision

Asides these, patient may counter some less common side-effects of Viagra including:

• Bladder pain
• Cloudy or bloody urine
• Dizziness
• Increased
• Painful urination
• Diarrhea

The rarest of side-effects associated with Viagra

Before taking the medication, it is recommended to consult your health care provider as no one can ignore the fact that the drug is host to some severe side-effects that can affect the user for the rest of his life. These harsh side-effects are rare but need to be addressed.

Some of the rare side-effects are as follows:

• Bleeding of the eye
• Seizures, decreased or double vision
• Redness
• Swelling of the eye
• Anxiety

An erection lasting more than 4 hours is one of the most serious side effects that may occur. If this occurs you need to rush for immediate medical help.

Is Viagra caused for vision loss?

Viagra can reduce the flow of blood to the optic nerve of the eye causing sudden vision loss. This side-effect has seen in a small number of people using Viagra, especially in patients suffering from heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or certain pre-existing eye problems, and in those who smoke or are over 50 years old. However, it is not clear that Viagra is the genuine cause of vision loss. If you have sudden vision loss, then stop using Viagra and consult your physician.