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[How to prescribing Viagra in practice...].

D Lalej-Bennis1, R Sellam, J L Selam

  • 1Service de Diabétologie, Hôtel-Dieu, Paris.

Diabetes & Metabolism
|December 19, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Diabetes can cause sexual dysfunction, with Sildenafil (Viagra) offering partial relief. Careful consideration of cardiovascular health is crucial before prescribing Viagra to diabetic patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Urology
  • Cardiology

Background:

  • Diabetes mellitus is a significant risk factor for sexual dysfunction, affecting a large proportion of diabetic patients.
  • Sexual disorders, particularly erectile dysfunction, are common complications of diabetes due to various underlying mechanisms.
  • Current management of sexual dysfunction in diabetics is often inadequate, as many diabetologists lack specialized training.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the management of sexual disorders within the comprehensive care of diabetic patients.
  • To provide guidelines for the safe and effective prescription of Sildenafil (Viagra) in individuals with diabetes.
  • To address the challenges and considerations associated with treating sexual impotence in the diabetic population.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on diabetes-induced sexual dysfunction and its treatment options.
  • Analysis of the efficacy and safety profile of Sildenafil (Viagra) in diabetic patients.
  • Discussion of alternative treatments for erectile dysfunction, including intracavernosal injections and vacuum devices.
  • Emphasis on the importance of cardiovascular assessment prior to Sildenafil prescription in patients with diabetes.

Main Results:

  • Sildenafil (Viagra) is effective in approximately 60% of diabetic patients with erectile dysfunction.
  • Alternative treatments are necessary for non-responders to Sildenafil.
  • Diabetic patients are at increased risk for silent myocardial ischemia, necessitating cardiovascular evaluation before Viagra use.
  • Concerns regarding reported adverse events with Sildenafil have limited its prescription, despite its therapeutic potential.

Conclusions:

  • Sexual dysfunction is a prevalent issue in diabetes requiring integrated management strategies.
  • Sildenafil (Viagra) can be a valuable treatment option for erectile dysfunction in diabetics, but requires careful patient selection and cardiovascular assessment.
  • A structured approach to prescribing Sildenafil, considering patient-specific risks and alternative therapies, is essential for optimal outcomes in diabetic patients.

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