Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction: Cenforce and Other Oral Medications
Aug
Oral medications are the primary form of treatment for erectile dysfunction. These tablets are ideal for men who have trouble keeping an erection firm enough for sex and have a few side effects.Sildenafil (Cenforce), Vardenafil (Vilitra), and Tadalafil (Vidalista) are oral medications that help to temporarily treat erectile dysfunction by enhancing the effects of nitric oxide, relaxing the soft muscles, and widening the blood vessels in the penis. This increases blood flow and helps you to get an erection when sexually stimulated.
1.Sildenafil (Viagra) :
The optimal time to take this medication is an hour before having sex, on an empty stomach. After an alcoholic beverage or a high-fat meal, the body absorbs it more slowly. Usually, its effects last for 6 hours. If you have mild to moderate erectile dysfunction, it might last longer.
2.Vardenafil (vilitra):
Additionally, taking this medication empty-headed an hour before having sex is how it functions best. Alcohol and high-fat meals prevent the body from absorbing it as quickly as they do sildenafil.Typically, vardenafil lasts for four to five hours. If your ED is mild to moderate, its effects might linger longer. Perhaps a more recent version of the medication that dissolves on the tongue will act more quickly than a pill that you swallow.
3.Cialis (tadalafil)
An hour before having sex, take this medication, either with or without food. It has a maximum 36-hour shelf life. It can be taken once a day in smaller doses or more frequently as necessary.
4.Stendra (Avanafil)
Depending on the dosage, you can take this medication with or without food 30 minutes before having sex. If you have mild to moderate ED, it may last up to 5 hours.
How do oral ED medications differ?
Although they all work in similar ways, each oral medication has a slightly different chemical construction. These minor differences affect the way each medication works, such as the strength of the medicine, how quickly it takes effect and wears off, and the potential side effects. Your doctor will consider these factors as well as other health problems you have and possible interactions with other medications before prescribing the medicine.
- Cenforce: This medication is most effective when taken whole on an empty stomach one 30 minutes before sex. It’s effective for four to five hours or more if you have mild to moderate erectile dysfunction.
- Vilitra: This drug also is most effective when taken one hour before sex and can be taken with or without food. This drug must be taken orally without breaking or chewing it. Vilitra is effective for four to five hours and shows minimum side effects.
- Vidalista: This medication is taken with or without food about 30 minutes to 1 hour before sex. It’s effective for up to 36 hours, therefore it should only be taken once per day.
As these drugs are all effective and act similarly, that the doctor may ask you to choose the drug based on your preferences, including cost, ease of use, how long the drug’s effects last, and side effects.
When oral medications might not be safe
Before taking any medication for erectile dysfunction, you must consult with your doctor. Medications for erectile dysfunction might not work for some and might be dangerous to others therefore take precautions before use. Do not take ED oral medications if:
- You are taking drugs containing nitrates
- You have very low blood pressure or uncontrolled high blood pressure
- You have severe liver disease
- You have kidney diseases
Side effects
Most men who take oral erectile dysfunction medications are not bothered by side effects. If side effects occur, they can include:
- Flushing
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Blurry visuals
- Stuffy or runny nose
- Back pain
FAQs
1. What is the mechanism of action of Cenforce?
The active ingredient of Cenforce is sildenafil citrate. This active ingredient causes an erection if enough stimulation is present. So, Cenforce has to be used with sexual stimulation, as it will not work without sexual arousal to create an erection. It aids an erection by increasing the blood flow to the penis.
2. Are there alternatives to Cenforce?
There are many different oral medications of ED. Other medications are also based on the same active ingredients as Cenforce. For example, there are Viagra (also based on the active ingredient of sildenafil), Cialis, and Levitra that are based on tadalafil and vardenafil, respectively.
3. Are they safe to use?
These medications are safe to use for most patients as long as they are used correctly. However, there are a number of medical conditions for which they are contraindicated. Those on nitrates (medications for chest pain) as well as some heart conditions should not use these medications. Consult your physician for medical advice prior to starting any treatment.
4. What are some of the side effects?
Common side effects are headaches, facial flushing, runny/stuffy nose, dizziness, and/or stomach upset. Regardless of whether any of these symptoms go away on their own, more serious symptoms warrant medical attention. These serious symptoms are; chest pain, sudden loss of vision, and priapism/
