Herbal Viagra: Does it Work? Is it Safe?

Nowadays, the Internet is full of advertisements for supposed herbal substitutes for Viagra, which are claimed to have the same, even better effects than the original. It's difficult to determine whether or not these work, as they are over the counter medications, and as such aren't required to undergo any special testing by the FDA, as is the case with Viagra and other prescription medications.

You can find many stories by people who've allegedly used the drug and got great results out of it - but on the other hand, you can also find a lot of people looking to sue various companies that manufacture drugs of this kind. It's a tricky matter to discuss, but in most cases, the claims of the drug working haven't been substantial and proven, and cannot be trusted.

Most of these herbal medications work by increasing the blood flow to the penis - which is Viagra's main effect. However, the effect created by those medications cannot compare to what Viagra offers you, as it is much weaker and unreliable. In general, you're somewhat likely to achieve a better erection through the use of such a product, but the chances are so slim that you're probably better off looking for a solution elsewhere.

Most of these products are manufactured offshore, in unregulated companies. This alone should alert you enough to stay away from such products. Furthermore, some of them have been found to contain extremely dangerous ingredients, known to be harmful to the human health - despite the fact that those drugs have shiny, professionally designed websites and great advertisements with bold claims of the drug's effects.

If you're looking to treat erectile dysfunction, you should contact a doctor, as this is your most reliable option. Only a licensed physician will be able to provide you with the appropriate information to treat this kind of condition.