Cialis – erectile dysfunction treatment

Posted by Matthew | medications,Men,Sexual health | Tuesday 24 April 2012 11:00 am

Cialis is a drug that was released in 2003 for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. It works by relaxing the muscles inside the walls of the blood vessels, which in turn helps increase blood-flow to the penis, which in turn helps the patient achieve an erection following sexual stimulation.

Cialis is marketed in tablet form, in doses of 5mg, 10mg and 20mg, which should be taken no more than once a day. Cialis can be effective for up to 36 hours, earning it the nickname, ‘the weekend pill’, which when compared to the four-hour effectiveness of Viagra, makes it plain to see why many prefer it.

Cialis is a trade name of the PDE5 inhibitor known as Tadalafil, which was originally manufactured by biotechnology company, ICOS and then further developed through a joint venture with them and Eli Lilly and company. However, as of 2007, it is only possible for pharmaceutical companies to buy Cialis through Eli Lilly, as they bought out ICOS, thus becoming sole owners of the drug.

Treating erectile dysfunction with Levitra

Posted by Matthew | Men,Sexual health | Wednesday 11 April 2012 3:57 pm

Finding a way to alleviate erectile dysfunction is a primary concern for patients whether the causes of the condition are physiological or psychological. Many of these same patients, however, have other illnesses and conditions that make it difficult or even dangerous to medicate their erectile dysfunction. Finding a prescription medication that treats erectile dysfunction and is compatible with cardiac and diabetic medication is the mission of many patients and their doctors.

About Levitra

Levitra, which is also sold under the generic name vardenafil, is a prescription drug that is used to treat erectile dysfunction. The medication works by increasing the blood flow to the penis, allowing the patient to achieve an erection, and by preventing blood from flowing back out until the sexual activity has ceased.

Levitra is unique among the prescription drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction in that it appears to be safe for patients with cardiac and diabetic conditions to take. For people with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes, whose conditions and subsequent medications frequently interact with erectile dysfunction medications, Levitra is an option that does not appear to impede a patient’s enjoyment of sexual activities after taking it. It is advisable to discuss Levitra with your doctor, as with any new medication. Ask about any possible drug interactions with any medications you are currently taking, and whether Levitra would be safe to use with your current medical condition.

Discuss your medical history with your doctor, and be cautious if you have a history of heart disease, stroke, blood clots, blood pressure problems, kidney or liver disease, or if, for any other reason, you cannot engage in sexual intercourse.

Medical uses of Sildenafil

Posted by Matthew | medications,Men,Sexual health | Tuesday 3 April 2012 10:57 am

Sildenafil is better known by one of its trade names, Viagra which has become world famous since its release for commercial use in 1998. First developed in the UK and then sold on to US company Pfizer, Sildenafil works by increasing blood flow, especially to the penis and lungs, giving it a number of medical uses.

Erectile dysfunction

Viagra is most famous as a treatment for erectile dysfunction, which is the inability to get or maintain an erection. Erectile dysfunction can occur as a side effect of other conditions, commonly diabetes and depression. Viagra has been shown to help in most cases, as it acts to inhibit the enzymes that restrict blood flow to the penis.

Pulmonary arterial hypertension

Pulmonary arterial hypertension or PAH, is a rare disorder that increases blood pressure in the pulmonary capillaries, pulmonary vein or pulmonary artery, otherwise known as the lung vasculature. Sildenafil works to relax the arterial wall, which releases pressure and resistance from the relevant areas.

The treatment was submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of America in 2005 under the trade name Revatio. Though it is basically the same as Viagra, the company felt that releasing the drug under a different name would avoid confusion.

Altitude sickness

Sildenafil is now known to help with altitude sickness, especially the kind often suffered by mountain climbers. Altitude sickness is caused by low levels of oxygen, which can occur when a person is higher than 2,400m above sea level. The usual treatment is rapid decent, but when that is not possible, many are turning to Sildenafil based medications.

Dosage

The dosage of Sildenafil depends on the treatment it is being used for. Viagra, which is a blue, diamond shaped pill, is usually between 25mg – 100mg, to be taken once a day. Revatio is a round white pill and is usually taken in 20mg tablets, three times a day.

Taking Levitra for Erectile Dysfunction

Posted by Matthew | medications,Men,Sexual health | Monday 26 March 2012 11:22 am

When you take Levitra, you are actually taking the medicine called Vardenafil hydrochloride trihydrate – Levitra is a brand name. It is used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction as it has the effect of relaxing the muscles of the walls of the blood vessels, allowing for increased blood flow and therefore helping a man to achieve an erection.

After your doctor or health official has prescribed Levitra to you, he may vary the dose a little to begin with to find the right dose. It should not be taken more than once a day, and after it is digested you should give it up to an hour to start working.

Although you can take Levitra with food if desired, you should avoid taking it with high fat meals as this can increase the time it takes for the drug to kick in. Vardenafil hydrochloride trihydrate is not suitable for everyone, so it is important that you only take it after it is advised to you by a relevant healthcare expert, such as your GP. It should especially be avoided if you have heart problems.

Buying Viagra Online

Posted by Matthew | medications,Sexual health | Sunday 18 March 2012 12:16 pm

Viagra is the most well-known of the medications available for treating erectile dysfunction and it has become increasingly popular and widely used since its introduction in the late 1990s. Unsurprisingly, with the growth of popularity of the internet, the drug has become very easy to buy online and usually the only requirement is that you have a credit card and postal address.

Viagra is the brand name of the chemical sildenafil, and there are several other brands available online. These will all contain the same ingredients; but sometimes you must be careful, as the quality of the different types of medication can vary. In some cases consumers have been duped into buying pills that contain none of the active ingredient whatsoever.

Buying Viagra online can be a risk-free process if you are careful and you must make sure that the website you are buying from is reputable. In many cases you will find that when you buy Viagra online from a reputable source they will have a licence from the government. This means you are only going to be being sold quality drugs which are the same as those you would find in a high street pharmacy.

It is possible to buy Viagra with or without a prescription, and often there is no additional cost for having an online consultation with a doctor. Relying on your own diagnosis can be a mistake and you might be unaware of the risks of taking the medication. Make sure that you inform yourself of the risks, or talk to a medical professional about them before you buy Viagra online.

The benefits of buying Viagra online are many; the lower cost and ease of availability all make it an appealing option, but ensure you follow the guidelines outlined here so that you stay safe when buying online.

Solutions for Erectile Dysfunction

Posted by Matthew | Sexual health | Saturday 10 March 2012 12:14 pm

Erectile dysfunction is an embarrassing and frustrating problem from which men of all ages can suffer, resulting in the inability to develop and/or sustain an erection. The causes of the condition are numerous and this will need to be determined in order to find an effective solution.

Not only can impotence be the result of physical and external problems; such as obesity, heart disease and use of recreational drugs; psychological issues, like depression and stress, can also be a cause.

Damage to the penile tissue that affects the blood supply accounts for the main reason why an erection cannot be sustained. This is the reason why conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to men suffering from erectile dysfunction.

Conditions such as obesity and depression can be resolved with weight loss and therapy respectively, which can help to reduce the instances of impotence.

Though it is possible to buy Viagra online as well as Cialis online and Levitra, like its counterparts, Viagra can interfere with the effects of other medications, so it is essential to seek medical advice before taking them.

Benefits of Buying Viagra Online

Posted by Matthew | Health,Men,Sexual health | Saturday 18 February 2012 11:18 am

Shopping online used to be something that carried a significant risk; that it was very possible you would send money to buy something and the product would never arrive. Fortunately, since the early days of internet shopping, a great deal more security has come to the online shopping industry, especially in the pharmaceutical market.

You can easily spot the fake online pharmacies from the real ones, any online pharmacy sending you spam email is most likely selling fake medications. Online pharmacies such as UK Medix, who has doctors to speak to online, sell the real medications and are trusted sellers.

One of the major benefits of ordering Viagra online is the convenience. You can simply order it from your computer and it will be delivered to your door, sometimes as quickly as the next day.

Although undeserved, there is still a social stigma attached to erectile dysfunction and purchasing Viagra from your local pharmacy might cause you some embarrassment. Buying Viagra online eliminates the risk of experiencing this problem, and you will find that all pharmacies will deliver your pills in unmarked envelopes to ensure complete discretion.

Price is another major advantage of buying online; as with any online retailer, an online pharmacy will have lower operating costs. Many first time internet buyers are afraid that the cheaper prices when buying Viagra online mean that the quality of the medication is lower, but this is simply not the case. Lower running costs mean that cost savings are passed onto the consumer, and there is a lower mark up on the price when compared with your local high street pharmacy. Countless people will testify to the quality of buying Viagra online. It is important to ensure that you are buying from a reputable source.

Erectile dysfunction medications

Posted by Matthew | medications,Men,Sexual health | Thursday 2 February 2012 1:18 pm

A popular erectile dysfunction medication is Cialis, taking Cialis should help you maintain an erection for sexual intercourse when stimulated. Cialis is known as the weekend ED drug because once you take it the effects last for around 36 hours. That doesn’t mean you sustain an erection for thirty six hours but the ability to have an erection through stimulation.

So how does Cialis work? Well the active ingredient in Cialis is tadalafil, tadalafil is a phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor and it prevents the action of a chemical in the body called phosphodiesterase type 5.  Phosphodiesterase type 5 is what breaks down Cyclic GMP, Cyclic GMP causes the blood vessels in the penis to widen by relaxing a thin layer of muscle found in the blood vessel walls. So if Phosphodiesterase type 5 breaks down the Cyclic GMP you won’t get an erection, which is where Cialis comes in!

There are side effects when taking Cialis like any other erectile dysfunction medication which you need to be aware of before you take it.

Very common (affect more than 1 in 10 people)

Headache
Indigestion (dyspepsia)

Common (affect between 1 in 10 and 1 in 100 people)

Dizziness
Awareness of your heart beat (palpitations)
Flushing
Nasal congestion
Abdominal pain
Heartburn (reflux)
Back pain
Pain in the muscles (myalgia)

Uncommon (affect between 1 in 100 and 1 in 1000 people)

Blurred vision
Eye pain
Red eyes
Swelling of the eyelids
Increased heart rate (tachycardia)
Increase in blood pressure (hypertension)
Decrease in blood pressure (hypotension). This is more common in men taking medicines to treat high blood pressure (antihypertensives)
Nosebleeds
Rash or hives
Sweating
Chest pain

Rare (affect between 1 in 1000 and 1 in 10,000 people)

Prolonged erections (see warning section above).
Fainting
Swelling of the face
Migraine
Heart attack, stroke or mini-stroke (in most cases these events were reported in men who had pre-existing risk factors for heart disease).

Talking erectile dysfunction

Posted by Matthew | Health,Men,Sexual health | Friday 20 January 2012 4:21 pm

It’s not really a topic men like to discuss, especially between their friends however in your group of friends or in your office at least one man does/will suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED). Many men also believe ED is something which only affects old men, however it can strike at any age, so how do you know if you have erectile dysfunction?

Well ED is the inability to get and maintain an erection that is sufficient for satisfactory sexual intercourse. Sometimes ED may just be temporary, however because there are a number of causes you could suffer from ED permanently. ED is not to be confused with premature ejaculation which is where a man ‘comes’ too quickly or retarded ejaculation which is where a man cannot reach climax.

Many men are probably aware what the treatments for ED are, the most famous one is Viagra or ‘the little blue pill’ as it’s also know other ED treatments include Levitra, and Cialis. However all of these treatments come with side effects so you should always visit your doctor before taking them.

ED in young men tends to be caused by anxiety, you know, worrying about having sex if you’re not experienced, worrying about causing pregnancy and problems with condoms. This type of ED is something you normally grow out of with experience! For those in middle age, ED can be caused by stress, such as work or home life, cutting down on these types of stresses (if you can) can help. It can also be caused by diabetes so it’s always good to seek regular health checks. Finally for those older, you will find that the chance of having ED increases because of general health deterioration.

So what should you do if you suffer from erectile dysfunction? Well don’t jump straight on the internet to buy drugs from a dodgy retailer, god knows what you might end up getting, visit your doctor first, sometimes speaking to someone can actually help. If you still find that you need ED drugs then make sure you buy them from pharmacies and reputable online sellers such as www.ukmedix.com, where you can also get advice.

Cialis FAQ

Posted by Matthew | medications,Men,Sexual health | Wednesday 14 December 2011 11:44 am

What is Cialis?

Cialis is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) its medical name is tadalafil and it works by relaxing muscles and increasing blood flow to the penis. It is one of the three main treatments for ED the other two are Viagra and Levitra which you may have heard of.

You can take Cialis in two ways, either a daily use tablet or a thirty six hour tablet. The daily does means that you can attempt sex anytime between doses however you may need to take it for 4-5 days before it starts to be effective. The thirty six hour tablet or the ‘weekender’ as it can be known by some is one tablet which you take and lasts thirty six hours and works within at least thirty minutes after taking.

What should I do before taking Cialis?

Before taking Cialis you should speak to your doctor who will know if there is a reason as to why you shouldn’t.  You can’t take Cialis if you are taking any medicines which contain Nitrates, these are usually found in heart medications.

What should I do while taking Cialis?

If it is safe for you to take Cialis you should avoid drinking alcohol whilst taking it, as well as avoid drinking grapefruit juice both can produce dangerous side effects plus you shouldn’t take any other ED medications like Viagra or Levitra at the same time.

What are the side effects of Cialis?

There are a few side effects which can occur whilst taking Cialis, one of the most common ones are:

Headaches
Indigestion
Backache
Muscle pain
Flushing
Runny nose
Dizziness
Change in your eyesight

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