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ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION (\u201cED\u201d) MEDICATIONS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BELOW IS A KEY GUIDE TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THE POTENTIAL RISKS AND BENEFITS OF SILDENAFIL OR TADALAFIL TO TREAT ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION (ED). PLEASE THOROUGHLY REVIEW THE PACKAGE INSERT THAT COMES WITH YOUR MEDICATION AND COMMUNICATE HONESTLY WITH YOUR PROVIDER ABOUT ANY CONCERNS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must contact the provider if there are any problems, changes or side effects. Or, if you visit a new provider for treatment. ED may indicate that there are other health issues that should be addressed, which is why we recommend routine testing of labs, and regular visits with your primary care provider. Because ED may be a sign of other medical problems such as hypertension, diabetes, or vascular disease, telling your primary care physician may lead to early treatment of problems while they may still be reversible, or before they become more harmful to your wellbeing . Your telemedicine provider and your primary care provider must be kept informed of any changes to your medication regimen. Your safety is paramount. You must disclose your health history and any health-related changes so that your provider can address your needs to help safeguard your wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sildenafil and tadalafil are  prescription medications commonly used to help treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and should only be used after you\u2019ve been diagnosed with ED. Take them as directed. Do not these medications if you\u2019re not healthy enough for sexual activity. Sildenafil is the same medication that\u2019s in Viagra, which has been approved for ED treatment. Tadalafil is the same medication in Cialis which can be prescribed as needed, or on a daily maintenance dosing schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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SIDE EFFECTS, CONTRAINDICATIONS, AND WARNINGS:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SIDE EFFECTS (MILD):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These are rather common, however most only last as long as the medication is still in the system. That means it’s a shorter duration for sildenafil, but longer for tadalafil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptom<\/th>Frequency<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Headache<\/td>16-28% vs 7% for placebo<\/td><\/tr>
Upset stomach<\/td>10-29% vs 2% for placebo<\/td><\/tr>
Flushing <\/td>10-29% vs 2% for placebo<\/td><\/tr>
Stuffy nose  <\/td>4% vs 2% for placebo<\/td><\/tr>
Dizziness<\/td>3-4% vs 2% for placebo<\/td><\/tr>
Muscle aches<\/td>3-4% vs 2% for placebo<\/td><\/tr>
Dyspepsia (\u2018reflux\u2019)<\/td>3-17% vs 2% for placebo<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

SIDE EFFECTS (Severe, VERY uncommon)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n