Frequently Asked Questions about Erectile Dysfunction

Thursday, May 15 2008

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a sexual health problem that affects an estimated 30 million men. ED can adversely impact a man’s life, relationships, and self-esteem. Viagra, which is available through the trusted and experienced staff of AccessRx.com and its medical associates, is a leading prescription drug that can alleviate this problem.

Q: What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?

A: ED is a medical condition in which a man has difficulty getting and keeping an erection. The condition is not uncommon, as more than half of all men between the ages of 40 and 70, and even sometimes younger than 40, can expect to experience ED at some point in their lives.

Q: What are some of the causes of ED?

A: There are a number of factors that trigger or cause ED to occur, including cigarette smoking, stress, alcohol use and abuse, and illegal drug use and abuse, disease, other medications, fatigue, injury, and emotional issues.

Q: How can ED be cured?

A: There is no permanent “cure” for this problem, but with Viagra, an oral prescription medication available through AccessRx.com, millions of men have found the answer to this condition. Viagra helps men achieve an erection, and begins to work in as little as 20 minutes for some men.

Q: How does Viagra work?

A: Viagra does not create an erection, but makes it possible for an erection to occur through physical stimulation. Viagra increases blood flow to the penis when it is stimulated, helping the man achieve and keep an erection. Once sexual activity is finished, blood flow to the penis will reduce, and the erection will cease.

Q: Are there health risks and side effects associated with Viagra?

A: If taken with nitrates (heart medications) or alpha-blockers (blood flow medicines), Viagra may cause a sudden drop of blood pressure to an unsafe level. Patients taking these types of medications should not use Viagra. There also may be common minor side effects, including headache, flushing (redness of face), upset stomach, and stuffy or runny nose. If an erection lasting longer than four hours occurs, a physician should be contacted immediately. Viagra was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1998, and has proven itself to be safe and effective for millions of men. However, as with any product ordered through AccessRx.com, all patients should discuss the advantages and risks of Viagra with a physician before their prescriptions are issued and filled.

Q: When a physician approves my prescription, how long will it take to receive my Viagra through AccessRx.com?

A: AccessRx.com makes Viagra available with overnight shipping to customers, as we know how important these products are to so many men. Your AccessRx.com customer care representative can give you more information about overnight shipping.

At AccessRx.com, we care about your sexual health, and about helping you live life to the fullest. If ED is affecting your life, we encourage you to contact AccessRx.com to see if Viagra might be right for you.

Information sources: Pfizer Inc, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Web MD