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Erectile dysfunction is one of the most common and major sexual problems that can cause a hindrance in a man's sex life. Erectile dysfunction refers to a condition, in which a man is unable to achieve or sustain an erection long enough for a satisfactory sexual intercourse. Such erectile problems often leave a man embarrassed of his condition, because of which he can suffer from low self esteem. You can suffer from this condition because of physical factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, atherosclerosis, smoking, alcohol and injuries to the spinal cord or nervous system. Even psychological factors such as stress, guilt, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and sexual boredom lead to impotence.
How can erectile problems be treated?
Many people think that erectile problems cannot be cured, which is absolutely true. But fortunately, although these problems cannot be completely cured, they can definitely be treated with the help of following methods. One of the methods used is the testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). This therapy is mostly used for men whose testosterone level is less than 200 nanogram per decilitre. Another method used for impotence treatment are the vacuum pumps, which cause an erection by creating vacuum around your penis, allowing more blood flow in it. Herbal medications such as Gingko biloba, ginseng, yohimbe and L-arginine can also help in the treatment of erectile problems. Apart from these methods, prescription medications such as Viagra, Cialis and Levitra have helped thousands to treat erectile problems.
How can these prescription medications help treat impotence?
Viagra is a popular medication and is preferred by almost every man suffering from erectile problems. It was accidentally discovered and the first erectile dysfunction treatment that came into view. Pfizer had originally introduced this pill for treating blood pressure patients, but during the clinical trial, it was observed that it helped in improving erections. Since then this pill has been available as a prescription medication for impotence treatment. This pill works by increasing the blood flow in your penis, which in turn helps in getting better erections. You need to take this pill at least 30 to 60 minutes before the sexual act, the effect of which lasts for up to 4 hours.
Cialis is another impotence treatment, which is becoming quite popular, and has also been given the name "The Weekend Pill". The name is given because its effect is seen to last for 36 hours after taking the pill. It is supposed to be taken at least 30 to 60 minutes before you engage in sexual activity. This pill is available in the dosage strengths of 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg. You are supposed to take only one pill a day, leaving a gap of at least 24 hours between two dosages. You should avoid drinking too much of alcohol, consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice and other impotence treatment medications such as Viagra or Levitra, while taking Cialis.
Levitra is another medication used for treating erectile problems, which works in a way similar to that of Viagra and Cialis. The active ingredient in this pill is vardenafil, which helps in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. You are required to take the pill at least 25 minutes before you engage in sexual activity, the effect of which lasts for up to 5 hours. This pills has been observed to be more beneficial for the older men, and those suffering from health conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. You should take only one pill in a time span of 24 hours, as it can otherwise lead to severe side effects of the pill. It is available in the dosage strength of 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg, of which 10 mg is usually recommended as a starting dose.
