Lovegra (sildenafil) contains the same active ingredient found in the men's impotence medication Viagra, but is marketed toward women. The medication can increase sensitivity, particularly of the genitals, and thus increase natural lubrication and a woman's enjoyment of foreplay and sex. This increased enjoyment can ultimately cause women to become more interested in sex, though this is not a direct result of Lovegra.

Lovegra should not be administered to young women below age 18; effects on still-developing young bodies are unclear. Likewise the medication should not used if pregnant or trying to become pregnant.

What Lovegra Does

Lovegra is a PDE5 inhibitor. The medication relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow to the pelvic region, as well as elsewhere in the body. That is its predominant effect.

However, improved blood flow in the pelvic region causes the genitals to become flush with blood. This increases sensitivity, sometimes quite dramatically. The increased feeling of the genitals may turn a woman's thoughts to sex, and will certainly enhance feeling if any touching of the area occurs. Improved blood flow, and resulting increased interest in sex, also improves natural lubrication.

To be clear, Lovegra does not influence mental or emotional states; it will not cause women to indiscriminately seek sex with anyone willing to participate. It is also not an aphrodisiac; it will not directly cause a woman to desire more sex. The enhanced feelings of the genitals are easily ignored in situations in which sex is inappropriate.

Sex can absolutely be made better with this medication; some women even report it being "animalistic" or "primal." Many women who have taken Lovegra also report increased ease of climax and the ability to orgasm multiple times.

First-Time Users

Women who have not taken Lovegra before should be aware that this medication can produce side effects, which can be serious. In men, the starting dose of sildenafil is 50 mg, raised only if ineffective. Lovegra contains 100 mg of sildenafil, which may be a bit high, particularly in elderly women, women who have major medical conditions, and women taking other medications. See the Side Effects section below for more information.

Lower doses of sildenafil can be found on our Viagra page for those who wish to start with 50 mg doses.

Taking Lovegra

Lovegra is quite easy to take:

• Take a dose 30 minutes to 1 hour prior to intimacy.
• Food is optional, but very heavy or very fatty meals should be avoided.
• The medication remains effective for 5 or 6 hours.
• Do not take more than one dose in a 24 hour period.

Effects are noticeable after 30 minutes to one hour; most women quickly figure out how fast the medication begins working and can adjust accordingly.

When Lovegra begins producing effects, women may feel a little flushed and many report feeling "warm" or "full" in the genitals. As mentioned above, these sensations are typically easy to ignore if sex is inappropriate at the time.

If sexual activity is appropriate, however, women are likely in for a treat. Improved sensitivity can make women more receptive to foreplay as well as sex itself, increasing the pleasure of kissing or simple touching. Women may find their mind turning to sex when the flushing begins, often initiating it. While it may take some time for a woman who has lost interest in sex to fully regain it, Lovegra will certainly help on the journey.

Increased or improved sexual activity, aside from being enjoyable to the woman, can help form or maintain partner bonds. It is a rare partner who enjoys always having to initiate sex or being repeatedly turned down; conversely, one who's partner truly enjoys sex and initiates at least some of the time typically brings happiness and contentment.

Side Effects

Lovegra will lower blood pressure of all patients. Women who are taking blood pressure-modifying medications or who are prone to low blood pressure should use this medication with extreme caution, ideally at 50 mg or lower doses and ideally only with doctor approval.

Other medications can also interact with sildenafil, some quite dangerously. Nitrates are a particular concern, often given to treat heart conditions as well as used recreational. Other medications of concern include:

• Any medication that raises or lowers blood pressure
• Other PDE5 inhibitors
• Antiviral medications
• Anticonvulsant medications
• Antidepressant medications
• Alpha-blocker medications

Check with a doctor before use if taking other medications. Avoid excess use---ideally avoid any use---of recreational drugs while taking Lovegra.

Most common side effects associated with Lovegra are not serious, and not cause for concern unless they become serious. These include:

• Mild headache
• Muscle aches
• Mild backache
• Nasal congestion
• Indigestion
• Flushing

Though rare, severe side effects can develop. While usually associated with excessive Lovegra use, they can develop in those who take it precisely as directed. Severe side effects that call for rapid medical attention include:

• Chest pain
• Symptoms of heart attack
• Symptoms of stroke
• Vision changes
• Hearing changes
• Loss of vision or hearing

If the above occur, do not take more Lovegra---or any PDE5 inhibitor---without explicit doctor approval. Note that vision or hearing changes or loss will reverse in the vast majority of cases, but can be an indication of a more in-depth vision or hearing problem. If treatment with Lovegra persists, such changes may become permanent.