Papaverine
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Erectile dysfunction |
| Therapy | Drugs For Erectile Dysfunction |
| Side Effects | Dizziness, tiredness, abdominal discomfort, headache, difficulty in breathing, chest pain, weakness, hypotension |
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Molecule Description
Papaverine is an opium alkaloid isolated from a plant known as Papaver somniferum, and then it is synthesised. It can be used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
Uses
- Erectile dysfunction
Contraindications
When should one not use Papaverine
- If you have an allergy to Papaverine.
- If you have a complete AV heart block (a type of heart block in which the conduction is completely blocked between atria and ventricles).
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Difficulty in breathing.
- Chest pain.
- Weakness.
- Hypotension (drop in blood pressure).
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have heart block.
- You have high blood pressure
- You've glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Papaverine acts by bringing about the relaxation of smooth muscles surrounding the blood vessels of the penis. As a result of this relaxation, the blood flow to the penis is increased, and this causes the penis to become erect when the person is sexually aroused. This medication doesn't act if the person is not sexually stimulated.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Any medicine which makes you feel sleepy e.g. Alprazolam, clonazepam(sleeping pills), should be avoided with Papaverine.
Interactions with food items
- Talk to your doctor if you find anything abnormal with a specific food while treating this medicine.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose are vomiting, blurred vision, Tachycardia (fast heartbeat), flushing, abnormal eye movements. Rush the patient to a nearby hospital as early as possible or call the poison control helpline or any emergency helpline.
Missed a Dose
Since this medicine is given under supervision, the chances to miss it are rare.
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