7 Common Side Effects of Erectile Dysfunction Medication

7 Common Side Effects of Erectile Dysfunction Medication

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. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:40 Headaches 1:07 Digestive system problems 1:39 Body aches and pain 2;06 Dizziness 2;26 Changes in vision 2:44 congestion and running nose 2:54 Flushed skin ● Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be caused by multiple physical and psychological causes. ● Also known as impotence, ED can result in a lower quality of life as people fail to enjoy a normal, healthy sexual relationship. ● Physical causes in men are fairly common as they age, whereas psychological causes can occur at any point in life. ● While it is possible to reduce the effect of ED on your life through medication, the medication can result in several side effects that you might have to deal with. ● Let’s look at seven common ones: One: Headaches ● ED medication uses nitric oxide, a vasodilator, to expand blood vessels inside the penis. ● The enlarged blood vessels result in greater blood flow, which helps maintain an erection. ● However, the blood going into the penis may come from the head, which can result in a headache. ● This side effect can occur with any ED medication and is something you will have to learn to cope with. Two: Digestive System Problems ● ED medication can result in several digestive system problems, with indigestion and diarrhea being the most common ones. ● These symptoms can occur no matter what medication you take. ● You will need to make dietary changes to deal with these side effects. ● Two necessary dietary changes are eating more fiber and drinking more water. ● More fiber is necessary to combat indigestion and constipation, while you will need to drink more water to make up for what you lose due to diarrhea. Three: Body Aches and Pain ● Many people have complained of body aches after taking ED medication, with lower back pain being the most common complaint. ● Taking some over-the-counter pain medication is usually enough to deal with this side effect. ● However, you should consult with a doctor before taking any pain-relieving medication. ● They can help determine why you are experiencing the pain, and if medication will help deal with it. Thank you for watching [channel name]. Were you aware of these symptoms? Do let us know in the comments if you know anyone who has experienced them. And don’t forget to give this video a like and subscribe to the channel. Now, back to the video: Four: Dizziness ● The nitric oxide can also cause dizziness. ● The dizziness experienced after taking ED medication is usually slight but has caused people to faint in some rare cases. ● See your doctor right away if you fainted, but also if you regularly experience dizziness due to ED medication. Five: Changes in Vision ● ED medication is not recommended to people who have experienced vision loss because it can result in blurry and altered vision. ● Total vision loss is very rare, but you still need to consult with a doctor if your vision is affected by the medication. Six: Congestion and Runny Nose ● A stuffy and runny nose is a common side effect of ED medication which usually goes away with treatment. Seven: Flushed Skin ● The change in blood flow can also result in flushes, causing the skin to get red. ● The flushes are usually just reddish spots but can end up being deeply red like rashes. ● The flushes can become worse if you: 1. Have had spicy food 2. Are outside while it’s warm 3. Drank alcohol before taking the medication