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Related Information on Men's HealthUnderstanding ImpotenceImpotence TreatmentsSex After Heart Attacks Recent DiscussionsMore on Men's HealthBare Facts about Heart AttacksAbout SemenCancer of the Penis Related SitesViagraTreatment for erectile dysfunctionViagra (Sildenafil) was approved by the Food and Drug administration (FDA) in 1998 and was the first drug for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Given as an oral medication, 9 tablets are dispensed every second worldwide and Pfizer, the manufacturer of the drug says that millions of men have been helped to improve their sex lives. Impotence, or erectile dysfunction, is a problem that affects most men at some time in their lives. Viagra is a drug for those whose problem is not resolving in the short term and who have been advised by their doctor that it is a safe drug for them to try.
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Viagra can be dangerous People with cardiac problems, anatomical malformations of the penis such as Peyronie's disease, men with a predisposition to prolonged erections caused by sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma (a form of cancer), leukemia, liver problems (especially severe liver disorders), kidney problems and people taking certain medications used for HIV or those over 65 should NEVER take the drug unless prescribed by a medical practioner. Deaths have occurred during sexual activity in men using the drug. Viagra is one of the medications that has revolutionized the treatment of erectile dysfunction. It has allowed those who where unable to maintain an erection or only able to have partial erections enjoy a better sex life. Updated: January 2, 2007 Important disclaimer information about this About site. Related Information on Men's HealthUnderstanding ImpotenceImpotence TreatmentsSex After Heart Attacks Recent DiscussionsMore on Men's HealthBare Facts about Heart AttacksAbout SemenCancer of the Penis |
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