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What Causes Erectile Dysfunction After Taking Cipralex And Stamlo Beta?
Question: Hi,am using stamlobeta and cipralex for high bp and anxiety respectively and those causing erectile dysfunction.can't maintain erection.can I use Viagra if am taking these medications.stamlobeta is working excellent on me as I can maintain bp in desired levels.can I change medication ?does that effect my bp and heart rate again?
Brief Answer:
Yes viagra can be used
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
Among the medications you are using cipralex is known cause of erectile dysfunction. It is reported that around 30% of male with cipralex develop erection problem over time.
There are multiple modes of treatment which can be used in follwing way.
1. Change of medication- This is advisable to persons who have improper control of anxiety/depression following use of cipralex and develop side effects. The most preferred medication in this regard is bupropion and Mirtazapine.
2. The second option is add on therapy with above medications. This is also suitable when there is incomplete control.
3. Use of antidote- This is advisable when there is complete controlof anxiety. The most preferred molecule in such situation is Sildenafil (Viagra) or Tadalafil.
I like to tell you that there is nothing to worry as it is easily reversible. See your doctor and discuss above stated options. Since all the options are prescription only medicines it is advisable to seek in person consultation before making final decision.
I hope this helps you.
If you have more questions feel free to write back to me.
Thanks and regards
Yes viagra can be used
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
Among the medications you are using cipralex is known cause of erectile dysfunction. It is reported that around 30% of male with cipralex develop erection problem over time.
There are multiple modes of treatment which can be used in follwing way.
1. Change of medication- This is advisable to persons who have improper control of anxiety/depression following use of cipralex and develop side effects. The most preferred medication in this regard is bupropion and Mirtazapine.
2. The second option is add on therapy with above medications. This is also suitable when there is incomplete control.
3. Use of antidote- This is advisable when there is complete controlof anxiety. The most preferred molecule in such situation is Sildenafil (Viagra) or Tadalafil.
I like to tell you that there is nothing to worry as it is easily reversible. See your doctor and discuss above stated options. Since all the options are prescription only medicines it is advisable to seek in person consultation before making final decision.
I hope this helps you.
If you have more questions feel free to write back to me.
Thanks and regards
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