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Can Amlodipine Besylate Cause Erectile Dysfunction?
Question: I take amlodipine besylate 10 mg for high blood pressure. I have a real erectile dysfunction problem. Could this medication contribute to the problem?
Brief Answer:
Amlodipine is safe.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome here.
Amlodipine usually does not cause erectile dysfunction.
However, Poorly controlled blood pressure can contribute to ED.
The age can also be contributing to ED as there is the penile vessels can be become scleroses due to fat deposition. This reduces blood supply to penis causing ED.
Hope this answers your query.
Thanks.
Amlodipine is safe.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome here.
Amlodipine usually does not cause erectile dysfunction.
However, Poorly controlled blood pressure can contribute to ED.
The age can also be contributing to ED as there is the penile vessels can be become scleroses due to fat deposition. This reduces blood supply to penis causing ED.
Hope this answers your query.
Thanks.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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