Hailed as a game-changer for tackling erection issues, Viagra is used by men worldwide to improve their sex lives. But does Viagra make you last longer and enjoy multiple rounds?
In this article, we'll answer all your burning questions about using this ED med to last all night.
How Viagra Keeps You Hard
The little blue pill is a misunderstood drug. Many men believe that popping a pill leads to an automatic erection without any stimulation. Unfortunately, this isn’t how Viagra works. So, before we tackle the big questions, let's clarify how Viagra helps your erection.
When you’re aroused, your brain sends a signal to your penis to release a chemical called nitric oxide. This chemical starts a process in your penis that increases blood flow and eventually leads to an erection. 1
The loss of an erection is caused by another chemical called PDE5. Viagra steps in by stopping PDE5, helping you keep your erection for a longer time. 1
In simple terms, Viagra doesn't cause an erection on its own; it helps you maintain one when you're already aroused. 1
Can You Ejaculate Multiple Times on Viagra?
Viagra can help you go all night – but not back-to-back.
After orgasm, men have a natural downtime called the refractory period. This is the time your body needs before you can get another erection. Whether using Viagra or not, all men experience the refractory period. 2
Current research has conflicting findings on whether Viagra decreases refractory time. A study published by the International Journal of Impotence Research found that Viagra significantly reduces the refractory period. 3 However, another study published in Urology found that Viagra does not affect the refractory period at all. 4
While the jury is still out on the effect of Viagra on the refractory period, one thing is for sure: you need some time to recover after an orgasm before going for round 2.
Once the refractory period is over, Viagra can help you go for another round. Depending on your metabolism, you can have sex as many times as you want for about 4 to 8 hours after taking Viagra. 1