Dear Annie: Sex is expensive. My wife and I are 74 years old and have been married 55 years. We still do it at least three times a week. Admittedly, I need a little help. The problem is, the price of Viagra has gone up a lot over the years, and the monthly cost is very high, even when splitting a pill.
I don't trust purchasing generic from a foreign country. Since Viagra has been on the market for many years, how soon is it likely to become generic in the United States? — Still Active at 74
Dear Still: Viagra is the trade name for sildenafil citrate. Pfizer's worldwide patents are set to expire between 2011 and 2013. If you can't wait that long, explain the problem to your doctor and ask about cheaper alternatives. Your pharmacist might also be able to offer some suggestions.




