Can you buy Viagra over the counter?

The majority of men will experience erectile dysfunction (ED) at some point in their lives. This proves the popular need for erectile dysfunction treatment to help maintain an erection for substantial sexual intercourse. 

In a world of ED medicines, it isn’t always clear to know which of the many treatments require a prescription and which ones do not. In this comprehensive article, you will get to know which medicines are available over the counter - without a prescription required.

Viagra over the counter

A common misconception is that Viagra is only available with the issuing of a doctor's prescription, while this is partly true, there are also over-the-counter alternatives.

Viagra Connect vs Viagra

Viagra Connect is the over the counter version of Viagra.

Below you can see some of the differences between Viagra and Viagra Connect:

*Prices are as of 06.03.24 and are subject to change.

As you can see from the table above Viagra prescription drugs contain the same active ingredient, Sildenafil, as the over-the-counter version, Viagra Connect. This active ingredient is a PDE5 inhibitor and works by enabling the blood flow to the penis. 

While there are 3 strengths of Viagra available, you can only get Viagra Connect as a 50mg tablet.

If you are looking for a long-term ED treatment, Viagra would be the best option as it comes in larger pack sizes.

Sildenafil vs Viagra

There is also a generic version of Viagra, called Sildenafil tablets. Sildenafil is available in the same strengths as the Viagra tablets and also requires a prescription, however, it has a much cheaper price tag making it a popular treatment option for ED sufferers.

Viagra Connect reviews

Viagra Connect is a popular well-tolerated treatment for erectile dysfunction, it is effective in 74% of men who successfully achieved an erection after taking it. 1

See what our customers think, you can find a list of trust pilot reviews for this product here.

Can I buy Viagra over the counter?

This medicine is available to buy over the counter from Oxford Online Pharmacy, which means that a prescription isn’t required to purchase this treatment. You simply answer a short consultation which will then be checked by one of our pharmacists to ensure that this medicine is safe for you.

You should always consider any medical condition and other medications you're on by checking your suitability for this treatment. Head over to the product page or read the Viagra Connect patient information leaflet for more information.

Other over the counter erectile dysfunction treatments:

Viagra Connect is not the only over-the-counter ED treatment available, from tablet alternatives and topical gels to penis pumps, there are some great off-prescription options to consider.

Sildenafil Eropid

Sildenafil Eropid contains the same active ingredient as Viagra and Viagra Connect. These tablets are the generic version of Viagra Connect.

Starting from £6.63 they are a cheaper alternative and do not require a prescription.

Cialis Together

These tablets are the over-the-counter alternative to the prescription version, Cialis and Tadalafil tablets. Cialis Together contains the active ingredient Tadalafil and boasts of its long-lasting effects, which last up to 36 hours.

Eroxon Stimgel

Eroxon Stimgel is the first medicated over the counter topical treatment. A great alternative for those who can’t take tablets.

Osbon Penis Pump

Containing no medication at all, this over-the-counter device is an easy-to-use, effective alternative.

Ordering over-the-counter medicines

To order over-the-counter erectile dysfunction tablets from Oxford Online Pharmacy, you can follow these 3 easy steps:

1. Select the over-the-counter treatment and answer the short questions honestly. This helps our pharmacists to ensure the treatment is suitable and safe for you. Please get in touch if you require assistance with this.
2. One of our friendly, expert, UK-registered pharmacists will review your questionnaire the same day when ordered before 3 pm.
3. Your treatment will be delivered in plain packaging as quickly as the next day.

If you have any questions or are not sure of the best treatment for you, get in touch with our dedicated healthcare team who will be happy to help.

Reference

• BMC Urol. 2002; 2: 4., Published online 2002 Apr 18. doi: 10.1186/1471-2490-2-4, Oral sildenafil (Viagra™) in male erectile dysfunction: use, efficacy and safety profile in an unselected cohort presenting to a British district general hospital.