How it works
When treating ED, a doctor’s go-to choice is to prescribe PDE5 inhibitors. You know them as Viagra, Cialis and Levitra. These drugs do not increase sex drive. They do, however, make it possible to obtain an erection when properly stimulated.
These medications all effectively work the same, with some alterations designed for preference.
Viagra begins working in about 15 to 30 minutes and can last anywhere between 2 to 4 hours.
Levitra begins working around 30 to 60 minutes after taking it and can last anywhere between 4 to 5 hours.
Cialis also begins working in 30 to 60 minutes but it can last as long as 36 hours.
Dos and don’ts
Men dealing with high blood pressure constantly struggle with what they can and cannot do as it pertains to diet and lifestyle choices.
If you are experiencing ED, it is important to be completely forthright with your doctor about what medications you’re on and any problems you may be experiencing.
Here are some reasons a doctor may not prescribe PDE5 inhibitors if you have high blood pressure:
- If you’re taking alpha blockers
- If you have kidney or liver disease
- If you take nitrate drugs
- If in the last 6 months you’ve had a heart attack or stroke
- If you have retinitis pigmentosa (eye disease)
If you’re experiencing ED, there is no reason to shy away from treatment. Help is out there and new options are becoming more readily available every day to improve your quality of life.
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