Viagra Connect vs sildenafil
Viagra Connect is available over the counter but sildenafil needs a prescription. They both contain the same medication, which means they work in the same way. Viagra Connect is suitable if you only need 50mg to get an erection, but sildenafil can be prescribed in higher doses if suitable.
Do you need a prescription?
Viagra Connect does not require a prescription and can be bought over the counter, as long as you have ED and the medication is suitable for you to take. Sildenafil must be prescribed by a doctor once they’ve decided it’s suitable for you.
What dosage are they available in?
Viagra Connect can only be found in 50mg tablets, but sildenafil is available in 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg tablets.
Do they have the same side effects?
Yes, both tablets have the same side effects as they both contain sildenafil. If you take other medications or have other health concerns, it is best to speak to your doctor and get a prescription for erectile dysfunction medication, so they can make sure it’s safe for you to take.
Are they manufactured by the same company?
No, Viagra Connect is manufactured by Pfizer. As sildenafil is a generic medication, it may be manufactured by other companies. It is still the same medication with the same active ingredients, regardless of who manufactured it.
Do they look different?
Yes, Viagra Connect is shaped like a diamond and is blue, whereas sildenafil can come in different shapes, sizes, and colours. Generically, sildenafil is a small, white, circular tablet. It can also be found as a blue tablet.