Erectile dysfunction is a treatable condition and can be treated with a variety of medications. Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors are one of the best treatments for ED.
These drugs impede the functioning of PDE5, an enzyme in blood vessel walls that helps control blood flow. Following arousal, the body releases enzymes that cause smooth muscle to relax and dilate blood vessels, allowing for more blood to flow in the penis. PDE5 inhibitors block the degradation of these enzymes, increasing blood flow and resulting in an erection.
It is important to note that a person needs to be aroused for a PDE5 inhibitor to work for erectile dysfunction.
PDE5 inhibitor drugs for treating ED include:
Sildenafil Citrate
Sildenafil is one of the most effective ways of treating ED, and it can also treat conditions such as benign prostate enlargement. One of the best generic forms of Sildenafil is Cenforce which comes in doses of 25mg, 50 mg, or 100mg.
Some advantages of taking Cenforce for ED include:
- Cenforce 100mg is fast-acting, it starts working around 30 minutes after taking the pill.
- The effects have been well-established in many clinical trials.
- The effects can last for more than 4 hours.
- Serious side effects are rare, though they have been cases of allergic reactions and heart problems.
Some possible side effects of Cenforce include:
- Hot flashes
- Headaches
- Fever
- Nausea
- Chest pains
- Painful erections lasting several hours
- Dizziness
- Vision problems
Tadalafil
Tadalafil also works by increasing blood flow to the penis. One of the popular ED medications containing Tadalafil is Tadarise.
Some advantages of Tadarise include:
- Tadarise is a long-lasting PDE5 drug for ED, which lasts for up to 36 hours.
- You can take a low dose of Tadarise 20mg per day
- People who have an active sex life may prefer taking Tadarise daily.
- Research suggests that people who take Tadarise experience more sexual confidence.
Some possible side effects include:
- Indigestion
- Headaches
- Pain in the arms and legs
- Muscle pain
- Back pain
- Stuffy or runny nose
- Cough
- Hot flashes
Vardenafil
Vardenafil or Vilitra, like other PDE5 medications for ED, works by relaxing soft muscles and increasing blood flow to the penis.
Some advantages of Levitra include:
- The effects of Vilitra 20mg lasts for 36 hours.
- Clinical trials have found Vilitra to be effective.
- Vilitra is available in a cheaper generic form.
Side effects of Vilitra include:
- Runny nose
- Facial flushing
- Headaches
- Stomach problems
- Back pain
- Vision problems