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Sildenafil citrate in the treatment of men with erectile dysfunction

Gamidov SI, Ovchinnikov RI, Popov AIu

Urologiia (Moscow, Russia : 1999), 2014

Abstract

Based on literature data and the results of own authors' research, the review article considers the efficacy and safety of sildenafil, including its long-term use. Application of this drug leads to an improvement of erectile function in patients of all ages, regardless of etiology, severity and duration of erectile dysfunction (ED). Drug has long-term efficacy. Sildenafil affects both arterial and venous blood flow to the penis, which makes it indicated in vasculogenic erectile dysfunction first. Treatment with sildenafil is accompanied by improvement of the cavernous electrical activity, which justifies its use in neurogenic form of the disease. According to results of IIEF questionnaire, sildenafil provides quick and lasting therapeutic effect. Efficacy and safety of sildenafil is rated as good. As for short-term and long-term use, sildenafil does not cause dependence and addiction.

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