Sildenafil Dosage: How Much Sildenafil is Too Much?

Note: Only one dose should be taken in a 24-hour period. Always follow your healthcare provider’s advice when adjusting doses.

The standard starting dose for Sildenafil is 50mg, suitable for most men using it for the first time. It is also available over the counter as Viagra Connect, which contains the same active ingredient, Sildenafil citrate.

Key points for taking Sildenafil 50mg

• Take 1 tablet about 1 hour before sex for best results.
• Sexual arousal is required (Sildenafil does not increase libido.)
• Avoid heavy meals, as they may delay the effects.
• Limit alcohol to 1-2 units to avoid dizziness or reduced erection quality.
• Effects can last up to 4 hours.
• Your doctor may adjust your dose based on health, medications, or treatment response.

What to do if the starting dose does not work

• Try it on 8 separate occasions, as recommended by guidelines.
• Take it on an empty stomach for faster absorption.
• Discuss increasing to 100mg with your doctor if needed.
• If effective but causing side effects, consider reducing to 25mg.

Can I take Sildenafil 50mg daily?

Yes, provided you only take one dose in 24 hours and under medical supervision.

Can I take two 50mg tablets?

Yes, you can take two 50mg Sildenafil tablets to reach the maximum dose of 100mg, but only if your doctor or pharmacist has advised this.

Do not take the tablets at separate times. You should only take one dose per day, as taking Sildenafil more than once in 24 hours increases the risk of side effects.

Tip: If 50mg works well for you, increasing the dose will not enhance results and can increase the chances of side effects.

Sildenafil 100mg is the maximum licensed dose for erectile dysfunction. It is usually prescribed when lower doses are ineffective.

It takes about 1 hour to work and lasts for around 4 hours.

A higher dose does not make Sildenafil work faster, or last longer, it simply increases its strength, which may also raise the risk of side effects.

Can I take Sildenafil 100mg daily?

Yes, you can take 100mg once daily but never exceed this dose within 24 hours. Sildenafil leaves the body within 6 hours, so it is perfectly safe to take a dose every day.

Further reading: How often can you take Sildenafil?

Can I take two 100mg tablets?

No. Do not take two 100mg tablets. Exceeding the maximum daily dose (100mg) can lead to serious side effects, including dangerously low blood pressure and priapism (a prolonged, painful erection).

Taking 200mg, or more than you have been prescribed, will not necessarily improve results. It has been proven to significantly increase the chances of experiencing unwanted side effects too.

Higher doses do not necessarily improve performance and can harm your health.

What to do if the maximum dosage does not work

If Sildenafil 100mg is not effective, speak to your doctor or pharmacist. You should try it on at least eight separate occasions before deciding that it does not work, as effectiveness may improve with repeated use and increased confidence.

For best results:

• Take on an empty stomach, as food can reduce absorption.
• Limit alcohol, as it can impair erections and increase side effects.

If Sildenafil still does not work, alternatives like Tadalafil or Vardenafil may be recommended.

These PDE5 inhibitors can be effective for men who do not respond to Sildenafil.

Further reading: Sildenafil vs Tadalafil

Taking more than your prescribed dose, is too much.

The licensed maximum dose is 100mg, and any more than this can cause dangerous side effects, such as a drop in blood pressure, headaches, sickness and a stomach upset.

Your doctor or pharmacist may have prescribed a lower dose. If this is the case, it is important to follow the instructions you have been given.

If you feel that you require a higher dose, it is important to discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist, before deciding to increase the dose yourself.

• Three dosages available: 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg.
• 50mg is the standard starting dose for most men; 25mg may be used based on health factors.
• 100mg is the maximum daily dose, never exceed this in 24 hours.
• Take 30-60 minutes before sexual activity, ideally on an empty stomach for maximum absorption.
• If 50mg does not work, try it on 8 separate occasions before increasing the dose.
• If it is effective but causing side effects, you may reduce to 25mg under medical advice.
• Do not take more than one dose within 24 hours; taking more than what is prescribed can increase the risk of serious side effects.
• Speak to a doctor if Sildenafil is not effective, alternatives like Tadalafil or Vardenafil may be more suitable.