Can I Buy Viagra Over The Counter in the UK?

Whilst full-strength Viagra requires a prescription in the UK, EverydayMeds makes accessing erectile dysfunction treatment straightforward through our online consultation service. You can obtain prescription-strength Viagra or the more affordable generic sildenafil following a clinical assessment with our UK-licensed prescribers. Viagra Connect (50mg) is available over-the-counter from pharmacies, but prescription options offer greater dosage flexibility and better value through our service.

  • Complete online consultation with UK-licensed prescriber
  • Choose between branded Viagra or cost-effective generic sildenafil
  • Discreet next-day delivery across the UK
  • Full range of dosages available (25mg, 50mg, 100mg)
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How ED treatment works in your body.

Increases blood flow

Increases blood flow

When PDE5 is suppressed, blood is able to flow more freely through the body—including to the (you guessed it) penis.

Increase erections

Increase erections

More blood flow to the penis means harder, more satisfying erections once you're sexually stimulated.

How to Access Prescription Viagra Online

Prescription Requirements for Viagra in the UK

Viagra (sildenafil citrate) is classified as a prescription-only medicine (POM) in the UK for doses above 50mg and when prescribed for erectile dysfunction. Our online consultation process allows you to access prescription-strength treatment from the comfort of your home. EverydayMeds offers both branded Viagra and generic sildenafil - the choice is yours at checkout, with both containing the same active ingredient.

Online Consultation Process

Our streamlined consultation takes just minutes to complete. You'll answer questions about your medical history, current medications, and general health. This information is reviewed by our UK-licensed prescribers who assess your suitability for treatment. The consultation covers cardiovascular health, as sildenafil can interact with heart medications, particularly nitrates such as GTN spray.

Treatment Options Available

Following approval, you can select from our range of sildenafil treatments. Branded Viagra offers the reassurance of the original formulation, whilst generic sildenafil provides the same therapeutic benefits at a lower cost. Both are available in 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg strengths. Most men start with 50mg, taken 30-60 minutes before sexual activity, with dosage adjusted based on effectiveness and tolerability.

How Viagra Works

Sildenafil belongs to a class of medications called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis when you're sexually aroused, helping achieve and maintain an erection. The medication doesn't cause automatic erections - sexual stimulation is still required. Effects typically begin within 30-60 minutes and can last 4-6 hours, though this doesn't mean an erection lasts this long.

Who Can Take Viagra

Viagra is suitable for adult men experiencing erectile dysfunction. However, it's not appropriate for everyone. Our consultation identifies potential contraindications, including severe heart disease, recent stroke or heart attack, very low blood pressure, or if you're taking nitrate medications. Men taking riociguat for pulmonary hypertension or those with severe liver impairment should not use sildenafil.

Delivery and Ongoing Support

Approved orders are dispatched the same day for next-day delivery in discreet packaging. Our clinical team remains available for ongoing support and follow-up consultations. You can reorder easily through your account once treatment is established, with our prescribers monitoring your ongoing suitability for therapy.

What you need to know about erectile dysfunction

It's one of the most common conditions we treat, and one of the most treatable.

What is Erectile Dysfunction?
ED means finding it hard to get or keep an erection firm enough for sex. It's not unusual to have an off night; the point at which it's worth doing something is when it's happening regularly, or when it's starting to bother you.
How will I feel when I take ED medication?
For most men, nothing feels different day to day. The medication works in the background — when you're sexually aroused, it helps blood flow where it's needed, so erections come more easily and last longer. It doesn't cause arousal on its own. Some men notice mild, short-lived effects like a headache, facial flushing or a stuffy nose, which usually pass as the dose wears off.
Why do I need a prescription for ED medication?
ED treatments are prescription-only medicines in the UK because they aren't suitable for everyone — for example, alongside certain heart conditions or medications like nitrates. That's why we ask you to complete a short online consultation first. A UK-registered prescriber reviews your answers to make sure your chosen treatment is safe and right for you before it's dispensed.
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