How Does Erectile Dysfunction Medication
Work?
More information about erectile
dysfunction drugs and their effects
About half of all men over the age of 40 experience erectile dysfunction (ED) at some point in their lives.
While the cause of Erectile dysfunction may not be known, it
may be due to heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, hormone imbalance, or a neurological disorder. While
there are a few treatment options for the dysfunction, Erectile Dysfunction drugs are usually the first course
of action.
You're probably at least somewhat familiar with Viagra (sildenafil) although there are now a few different ED
medications on the market. Here's what you should know about how these medications work and the side effects to be
aware of.
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If your sexual performance fails because of erectile dysfunction, one of the
treatments involves drugs and medications that can deal with the problem effectively. |
How Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Work
All erectile dysfunction drugs currently on the market -- including Cialis, Levitra, and Viagra -- are
medications known as PDE5 inhibitors. These drugs work by relaxing the blood vessels to ease blood flow into the
penis for longer-lasting and stronger erections. Medication like Viagra blocks an enzyme in the body that breaks
down chemicals in the penis that build up during an erection. This allows these chemicals to survive for longer
to sustain an erection.
Erectile dysfunction or sexual potency drugs work for around 65% of men but they will not work for everyone.
Many men only require ED medication for a short period of time -- sometimes just a few weeks or months. These
medications cannot help stimulate libido or sexual desire.
These drugs serve many purposes. Erectile dysfunction medication improves blood flow to the penis and it reduces
the recovery time necessary between sex for more erections. About 40% of men who have premature ejaculation also
benefit from the medication.
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Timely treatment for erectile dysfunction can help men restore their confidence in
sexual matters. |
What are the Side Effects?
As with any medication, ED drugs do have side effects to be aware of. The most common side effects include
indigestion, headaches, dizziness, runny nose, and flushing of the skin. Your doctor will likely begin on the
lowest dose to see how you respond and to minimize these side effects.
ED medications are not safe for all men. Men who are taking nitroglycerine, nitrates, or alpha blockers can
develop low blood pressure on erectile disfunction medication. If a particular potency drug does not help you,
trying a different medication likely will not help as they all work similarly. If you have tried Levitra in the
past, you should not take Staxyn.
ED drugs are most effective for men who have erectile dysfunction due to diabetes, high blood pressure, or poor circulation. The
best way to find out if you're a good candidate for medication is scheduling a consultation with a physician to
review your medical history and symptoms.
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