Are you taking Viagra but still "can't get hard"? Urologists reveal 6 major NG behaviors
Still “can’t get hard” after using Viagra? Doctor: 6 “NG Medication Behaviors” to Avoid
After taking Viagra, most men look forward to “showing off their prowess” in bed. Why are they still “downcast” during the battle? Dr. Cheng Weiming from the Department of Urology, Taipei City Hospital Zhongxiao Branch, said that the inability to have a normal erection after taking Viagra is not necessarily related to the dosage of the drug, but may be caused by the wrong usage method. Men are reminded to avoid the following 6 behaviors before taking Viagra:
Taking drugs of unknown origin. Dr. Cheng Weiming said that many patients in the clinic obtained Viagra through online platforms and referrals from friends. The sources of these drugs are unknown, and there are often problems with insufficient drug doses and drug fraud. Not only are there concerns about physical harm after taking them, but they are also more likely to damage men’s self-esteem and create a vicious cycle of poor erectile function.
Too low a dose affects the efficacy of the medicine. Dr. Cheng Weiming said that some patients are worried about the side effects of the drug, so they only take 1/4 or 1/8 of the original dose. If the dose is too low, it may not be sufficiently effective. It is generally recommended to take more than half to one pill (about 50-100 mg) to achieve significant effects.
Start having sex too early. Dr. Cheng Weiming explained that Viagra needs to dissolve in the stomach and take 30 minutes to an hour to take effect. Therefore, if you “go into battle” five minutes after taking the medicine, you will naturally be disappointed. If it really needs to happen right away, you can lengthen the foreplay after taking the medicine to give your stomach time to digest Viagra.
Failure to properly stimulate the penis. Dr. Cheng Weiming said that just taking Viagra without being catalyzed by sexual stimulation (such as visual, auditory or other sensory stimulation, or sexual fantasies) still cannot achieve a smooth erection. Appropriate sexual stimulation is still needed after taking the medicine. Don’t think that taking Viagra and doing nothing will “support the sky”.
Excessive intake of high-fat diet. Young couples are accustomed to having sex after dating, and the food during the date is too greasy, such as eating barbecue, hot pot and other large meals, which can easily reduce the effect of the medicine or delay the effect for 2-3 hours. Viagra is best taken on an empty stomach, and high-fat meals should be avoided before sex.
Alcohol and recreational drugs. Dr. Cheng Weiming reminded that whether it is alcohol or recreational drugs, it will damage erectile function, reduce the efficacy of Viagra, and may aggravate the side effects of the drug. Patients are advised to avoid alcohol or recreational drugs while taking Viagra.
Are you still “downcast” after taking small pills? Physical and mental effects on erectile function
If you have avoided the above situation and the medicine is still not as effective as expected, it may be that “psychological factors” or “physiological factors” affect normal erectile function. Dr. Cheng Weiming said that psychological factors are mostly caused by being too nervous during sex or long-term discord between partners. Even with erectile dysfunction medications, their effectiveness may be limited. You should fully communicate with your partner or seek help from psychological counseling.
There are relatively many physiological causes, such as damage to the nervous system, previous surgery for prostate cancer patients, and blood vessel obstruction caused by obesity, which may all lead to erectile dysfunction.
Dr. Cheng Weiming reminds patients that after seeking treatment, they should take the drug 5 times completely to test its efficacy, one of which should be used during masturbation. If the effect of masturbation is good, but the erectile function is not ideal when having sex with a sexual partner, it is necessary to consider whether sexual dysfunction is caused by psychological factors. If the effects of medication during masturbation or sex are not as expected, it means there is a certain degree of damage to the urinary tract or capillaries. It is recommended to consult a urologist as soon as possible for further examination and treatment.
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