Wonder drug Viagra completed 10 years of wonderful life. Viagra is a brand name for Sildenafil which is used for sexual dysfunction problems. England researchers accidentally identified its efficiency in treating erectile dysfunction in males while they are testing it for heart diseases. FDA took 10 years to grant its approval. Afterwards, Viagra changed the lives of many impotent males worldwide. Viagra (blue pill) dilates blood vessels by releasing nitric oxide and increases blood flow to organs like penis thereby keeping erection. Viagra got another nickname “Vitamin V”. It is the first oral drug approved by FDA for erectile dysfunction (ED) after more than 120 clinical trials on 16,000 men over 10 years. Before the discovery of Viagra, doctors treated impotence through painful surgical procedures. Viagra should be taken on empty stomach for better efficiency and it takes 30 minutes to start action. Viagra can be taken by men of all ages but its efficiency in females is unknown. Viagra statistics: 1. Viagra released into American market on March 27, 1998. 2. More than 25 million men used this wonder drug till date in 120 countries. 3. It is difficult to tell its effects on the personal lives of many couples. Men who lonely suffered for their impotence were now resurrected their sexual lives. 4. Viagra was originally tested for heart diseases like angina. 5. 50% of men over 40 years have some sort of sexual dysfunction problems. Viagra (Sildenafil) uses: 1. Most commonly prescribed drug for erectile dysfunction (60% market share). 2. It relieves jet lag. 3. It is used in high altitudes to increase cardiovascular performance. 4. It is also used in pulmonary hypertension in some cases. Contraindications: Viagra should be used on doctor’s prescription only. It will show dangerous side effects when used along with nitrates or alpha blockers in heart patients. You should tell physician about your drug history and drugs you are currently using. Patients who have liver or kidney problems should take drug dose as … [Read more...]
Power 1 Walnut: side effects of sex drug
Power 1 Walnut, Illegal Chinese sex enhancement drug, is reported to cause serious side effects, according to Health Sciences Authority (HSA) in Singapore. Power 1 Walnut is illegally used for sexual enhancement in China, Malaysia and Singapore etc. It is manufactured in Guangzhou region of China. Adverse drug reactions of Power 1 Walnut: 1. Very low blood sugar levels due to Glibenclamide. 2. Coma and Stroke in some cases. 3. Low blood pressure due to Sildenafil. 4. Confusion and tremors- Psychological symptoms. 5. Mild symptoms like headache, weakness and drowsiness etc. 6. Sometimes may cause death. 7. Interact with nitrate drugs which are used for hypertension. About Power 1 Walnut: Contrary to popular opinion, it is not an herbal drug. Power 1 Walnut contains impotence drug, Sildenafil (Viagra) and Glibenclamide (Diabetes drug) in unprescribed levels. This sex drug alarmingly lowers blood sugar levels due to high amounts of Glibenclamide. Please stay away from illegal sex enhancement drugs and consult doctor for sexual health guidance. … [Read more...]
Viagra and Sexual health in old people
The American Journal of Psychology recently published an interesting study on the mechanism of Viagra and other drugs for erectile dysfunction. Viagra (Sildenafil) not only increases blood circulation but also act hormonally (on oxytocin) to enhance sexual pleasure. Oxytocin is not only secreted during childbirth and lactation but also secreted during orgasm in both men and women. Sexual statistics of old people: The New England Journal of Medicine published a curious study after a survey on the sexual habits of 3,000 seniors. According to the survey, 75% of 57-64 old people had sex in the preceding year. 53% of 65-74 age group people had sex in the preceding year while only 26% of 75-85 age group people had sex in the preceding year. Men are more sexually active in all age groups. Active men had sex 3 times a month or more. Reasons for not having sex are lack of partner or health problems. 50% of both men and women reported sexual difficulties like low libido, vaginal dryness for women and erectile dysfunction for men. Old age people rarely consult doctors for their sexual health problems. If people follow certain precautions, we can stay sexually active for some more time. 1. We can stay sexually active if we can control diseases like diabetes, heart disease and hypertension. 2. Stay away from smoking. 30% of sexual dysfunction cases are due to smoking. 3. Fitness increases your sexual effectiveness. Daily exercise for 1 hour enhances your sexual life. 4. Don’t take drugs without doctor advice. Over dosage or inappropriate drugs will affect your sexual life. 5. Do meditation and Yoga. Stress and strain severe affect sexual life. We need more research studies on the sexual habits of old people and functioning of erectile dysfunction drugs. … [Read more...]
Natural herbal sex enhancers are harmful to heart
Herbal alternatives for prescription sex medications like Viagra are harmful to your heart. They could even cause serious heart problems like stroke. Most of these natural sex enhancers are not really herbal drugs but unregulated poor compositions of prescription medicines. According to researchers, 90% of herbal medicines (natural sex enhancers), contain irregular quantities of prescriptive drugs for erectile dysfunction. According to Pfizer research, 70% of these herbal sex enhancers contain significant quantities of Sildenafil Citrate. Even heavily researched prescriptive sex medications like Viagra, Cialis or Levitra are causing heart problems. No one should use any sex enhancer without physician’s advice. FDA received reports of serious adverse side effects like irreversible erection, severe headache, vision problems and spontaneous nose bleeding. Most of these drugs slow blood flow to genital organs along with heart leading to stroke. When these drugs coupled with nitrates (blood pressure drugs), it will lead to catastrophic results. More than 5 million Americans are taking nitrates either for blood pressure or sexual dysfunction. According to Nutrition Business Journal, market for natural sex enhancers has grown from $ 100 million to $ 400 million just within 5 years. Internet is providing ideal opportunity to market these herbal sex enhancers to its target group by advertising in porn sites. It is almost impossible to monitor these sites and ads. Cheap rates of these herbal sex stimulants are another advantage. Unlike prescription medications, these herbal medications are released into markets without proper research. But sexual dysfunction drugs like Sildenafil underwent several clinical trials before allowing for prescription. FDA was recently authorised to recall any dangerous medication whether it is prescriptive one or herbal drug. Government should give more powers to FDA to eradicate this growing menace. Media should educate people on the adverse effects of drug usage without physician’s advice. Health advice: Never use drugs without doctor’s advice. … [Read more...]
FDA approved Isentress for AIDS
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Merck’s Isentress (Raltegravir) for AIDS treatment. Isentress is an oral Integrase inhibitor, first in its class against HIV. FDA approved for Isentress use in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection. Isentress (400 mg) is a single tablet taken twice daily. Isentress can only control virus levels in the blood but can’t prevent transmission. Even though, Isentress showed good results in 80% of patients but its high price will limit its use. FDA approved after observing 24-week analysis data of clinical trials in 700 patients who are resistant to most anti-HIV medications. Mechanism of action of Isentress: Isentress is the first drug to be approved by FDA which works by inhibiting the insertion of HIV DNA into human DNA by the Integrase enzyme and limits the ability of the virus to replicate and infect new cells. Other drugs work by inhibiting Protease and Reverse Transcriptase enzymes. Isentress should always be prescribed in combination with other HIV drugs but not alone. Side effects of Isentress: Diarrhea is the most common side effect while nausea, headache and fever are other side effects. Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis are rare adverse reactions with Isentress use. In America: More than 1 million Americans are living with AIDS and around 50,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. Worldwide: Around 40 million people are infected with HIV and 4.3 million new cases are diagnosed each year. 65% of these cases are reported from Sub-Saharan Africa. More than 3 million people died due to AIDS in 2006, according to World Health organization. I hope Merck will lower Isentress price to affordable level for the benefit of poor people. … [Read more...]
