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Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors (PDE-5 Inhibitors) for Erection Problems
| Generic Name | Brand Name |
|---|---|
| sildenafil | Viagra (prescription) |
| tadalafil | Cialis (prescription) |
| vardenafil | Levitra (prescription) |
Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (PDE-5 inhibitors) are taken before you plan to be sexually active. PDE-5 inhibitors will result in an erection only if you are sexually stimulated.
| By: | Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: May 12, 2010 |
| Medical Review: | E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology, Oncology | |
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