The market is filled with erectile dysfunction (ED) pumps, so if you are planning to buy one, you should consult your doctor about the type and brand. Also, always read the label before you start using the device. Inappropriate usage can result in minor accidents and bruises of the penis.
Yohimbe. Before Viagra and the other prescription erectile dysfunction drugs became available, doctors sometimes prescribed a derivative of the herb yohimbe (yohimbine hydrochloride) to their patients suffering from ED. But experts say the medication is not particularly effective, and it can cause jitteriness and other problems. "It's not a great drug," says McCullough. "And I suspect the herb is not as potent as the pharmaceutical version." What's more, evidence shows that yohimbe is associated with high blood pressure, anxiety, headache, and other health problems. Experts discourage its use.
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Do not take avanafil if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems. This includes nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, and isosorbide mononitrate. Nitrates are also found in some recreational drugs such as amyl nitrate or nitrite ("poppers"). Taking avanafil with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.
Male sexual arousal is a complex process that involves the brain, hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles and blood vessels. Erectile dysfunction can result from a problem with any of these. Likewise, stress and mental health concerns can cause or worsen erectile dysfunction.
Appropriate treatment options should be applied in a step-wise fashion, balancing invasiveness and risk versus efficacy. If possible, the partner should be involved in the decision-making. The decision depends on the patient preferences and expectations as well as the experience and judgment of the physician. Oral phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors are first line therapy.
One randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover, flexible-dose (up to 100 mg) study of patients with erectile dysfunction resulting from spinal cord injury (n=178) was conducted. The changes from baseline in scoring on the two end point questions (frequency of successful penetration during sexual activity and maintenance of erections after penetration) were highly statistically significantly in favor of VIAGRA. On a global improvement question, 83% of patients reported improved erections on VIAGRA versus 12% on placebo. Diary data indicated that on VIAGRA, 59% of attempts at sexual intercourse were successful compared to 13% on placebo.
Side effects, when they happen, tend to be mild and commonly include some of the following: Headache A sensation of flushing in the face Nasal congestion Nausea or indigestion Muscle pain Dizziness
Geriatrics: Healthy elderly volunteers (65 years or over) had a reduced clearance of sildenafil, resulting in approximately 84% and 107% higher plasma AUC values of sildenafil and its active N-desmethyl metabolite, respectively, compared to those seen in healthy younger volunteers (18-45 years). Due to age-differences in plasma protein binding, the corresponding increase in the AUC of free (unbound) sildenafil and its active N-desmethyl metabolite were 45% and 57%, respectively [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION, and Use In Specific Populations]
Avanafil is usually taken only when needed, about 15 to 30 minutes before sexual activity. Follow your doctor's instructions.
If you think you have ED, a good first step is to talk with your doctor. The treatment you need will depend on what’s causing it.
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You could be having a serious allergic reaction and may need immediate treatment in hospital.
As men age, certain health related issues can begin to surface, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, and prostate problems. So, what exactly causes ED? While research still has no clear answer, the end result is always decreased blood flow.
Horny goat weed. Horny goat weed (Epimedium) and related herbs have purportedly been treatments for sexual dysfunction for years. Italian researchers found that the main compound in horny goat weed, called icariin, acted in a similar way as drugs like sildenafil.
If you’re taking your Viagra correctly and it doesn’t work, don’t get too discouraged. There are many ways to help with erectile dysfunction. One of the first steps to take is to try your medicine at least a few times in different scenarios. The next step is to talk to our treatment providers about next steps for your treatment.
ED medicines can be pills, drugs inserted into the tip of the penis, or injections into the penis.
The doctor or nurse will ask about your lifestyle and relationships, and any problems you might be having.