The Irish Times newsroom or other editorial departments are not involved in the production of sponsored content. A prescription from your GP may allow you to get Viagra or unbranded Sildenafil for a lower cost than over-the-counter Viagra Connect. The gel was approved for marketing in Mexico in October And while previously men had to first visit their GP to obtain a prescription, now they can purchase Viagra Connect from the pharmacy counter in their local Boots pharmacy following a brief chat with the pharmacist. But, keep in mind that ED might signal an underlying medical problem, like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, low testosterone, or sleep apnea. More than two decades later, Viagra Connect has now become the first erectile dysfunction medication to be available over the counter in Boots pharmacies — without needing a prescription. He is enthusiastic about the launch of Viagra Connect over the counter at Boots, saying it will break down the barriers that often prevent men from seeking help for this normal but distressing condition.Can You Buy Viagra Over the Counter? A straightforward answer: Yes! Since , the ED medication Viagra has been available over the counter at many pharmacies, under the . This is not something that people have to put up with.”. Viagra Connect is available at the pharmacy counter at 86 Boots pharmacy stores nationwide. To find one near you, visit . Eroxon, the brand name for MED, is currently available in Belgium and the U.K. It claims to “help you get an erection within 10 minutes.” About half of all men will .