Updated Apr 11, 2007 at 22:36 EST.
Men taking medication to treat erectile dysfunction and/or premature ejaculation ( PE ) may have another reason to continue their use: these medications can be useful in treating heart attacks. In fact, some studies indicate that erectile dysfunction drugs ( PDE-5 inhibitors ) can be more effective than nitroglycerin in preventing heart damage in the event of a heart attack. Some men may be taking PDE-5 inhibitors to treat erectile dysfunction that occurs in conjunction with premature ejaculation ( PE ).
While the initial study results were performed with animals, researchers are trying to determine the extent to which the study can be replicated with male volunteers. Their theory is that since nitroglycerin is a vasodilator and opens up blood vessels for increased blood flow, PDE-5 inhibitors may produce the same effect. Studies showed protective benefits of using PDE-5 inhibitors both during a heart attack and during recovery. Researchers recommend more study before opting for this treatment methodology.
Written by the PEhomepage.com Editorial Team.
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