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Minoxidil

Minoxidil is a vasodilator that relaxes (widens) blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Minoxidil is used to treat severely high blood pressure (hypertension) that is causing symptoms or damaging your vital organs. Minoxidil is usually given together with two other medicines to help prevent serious side effects.

Minoxidil tablets should not be used to promote scalp hair growth. Only the topical form of minoxidil (Rogaine) is recommended for that use.

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Cialis

Cialis relaxes muscles of the blood vessels and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body.

Cialis is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) and symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlarged prostate).

Another brand of tadalafil is Adcirca, which is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension and improve exercise capacity in men and women. Do not take Cialis while also taking Adcirca, unless your doctor tells you to.

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Sildenafil

Sildenafil relaxes muscles of the blood vessels and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body.

Sildenafil under the name Viagra is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men.

Another brand of sildenafil is Revatio, which is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension and improve exercise capacity in men and women.

Do not take Viagra while also taking Revatio.

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Viagra

Viagra relaxes muscles found in the walls of blood vessels and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body.

Viagra is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. Another brand of sildenafil is Revatio, which is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension and improve exercise capacity in men and women. This page contains specific information for Viagra, not Revatio.

Viagra requires a valid prescription.

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Finasteride

Finasteride (Proscar) is used alone or with other medication to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with enlarged prostate.

Finasteride (Propecia) is used to treat male pattern hair loss in men.

Finasteride is for use in men only.

Finasteride may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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How Sildenafil Works and Why it’s Used to Treat Erectile Dysfunction and Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

We will also discuss the importance of talking to a healthcare provider before using Sildenafil, particularly if you have any underlying medical conditions or are taking other medications. Whether you are someone who suffers from erectile dysfunction or pulmonary arterial hypertension, or are simply interested in learning more about this powerful medication, this article will provide valuable information to help you better understand Sildenafil and its uses.

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