Erectile Dysfunction Medications
Oral medications are quite successful for treating erectile dysfunction for a majority of men suffering from it. Some of these oral medications include:
- Viagra
- Tadalafil
- Avanafil
- Vardenafil
All four medications help in enhancing the effects of nitric oxide which is a naturally present chemical our body produces to relax the muscles surrounding your penis. The enhancement of nitric oxide activity in the body can increase blood flow and allow the person to get a full erection in response to some sexual stimulation. By taking one of these oral medications will gradually function to produce an erection. However, sexual stimulation is the first requirement to cause the release of nitric oxide from nerves surrounding the penis. The oral medications intensify the signal of nitric oxide release allowing some people to enjoy the normal penile function. The oral medications for erectile dysfunction treatment are not aphrodisiacs, therefore they will not result in excitement and people who get normal erections do not need them.
The medications will differ in dosage, side effects, and the longevity of the erection they provide. Possible side effects might include nasal congestion, flushing, visual changes, stomach upset, backache, and headaches. The doctor will consider a particular situation of each patient to determine which medication will work best. The oral medications might not resolve your erectile dysfunction immediately. A patient might need to work with his doctor to find the right dosage and medication for himself. Before using any medication for erectile dysfunction including the herbal remedies and over-the-counter supplements, consult to tour doctor first. Medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunction do not work for everyone and might be inefficient in certain conditions such as in diabetes patients or in patients recovering from prostate surgery.
Taking some medications for erectile dysfunction can be harmful for you, if you:
- Suffer from heart failure or heart disease
- Take nitrate drugs which doctors commonly prescribe for angina or chest pain including isosorbide dinitrate, nitroglycerin, and isosorbide momonitrate
- Have hypotension (very low blood pressure)