The Genius of Accidents: Viagra - Episode 1

Viagra was supposed to be a treatment for the heart condition
angina, but during clinical trials an unexpected side effect was
noticed by the young male participants.


Telling the story of this unexpected discovery, presenter Adam
Hart speaks with the Pfizer scientists Sir Simon Campbell and Dr
Peter Ellis who were part of the team that noticed the unusual
side effects, and brought Viagra forward as a treatment for
erectile dysfunction.


Sex journalist Alix Fox discusses the importance of this little
blue pill to patients. This is the story of the accident that
changed sex.


Produced by Rory Galloway. First broadcast on Monday 23 July
2018.