It also offers tips on other ways to manage ED, including lifestyle changes and medical devices.
The dilation of these vessels causes a drop in the overall blood pressure.
Even so, the drop is relatively small.
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In 2005, the FDA approved the drug Revalto for the treatment of pulmonary hypertension.
Revalto contains the same active ingredient as Viagra (sildenafil) but at a smaller dose.
Link Between Heart Disease and ED
Erectile dysfunction and heart disease are inextricably linked.
People with ED have an increased risk of heart disease and vice-versa.
Risk factors for ED and CVD largely mirror each other.
These includehigh cholesterol,diabetes,obesity, andsmoking.
Drug Interactions
Viagra can interact with certain drugs in different ways.
Summary
Severe cardiovascular complications brought on by Viagra, like heart attack, are extremely rare.
In such cases, the risk of a severe cardiovascular event may be increased.
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