The effect of sildenafil citrate (Viagra) on cerebral blood flow in ...

However, patients with a history of stroke may be at increased risk of hemodynamic impairment after the use of sildenafil. The effect of sildenafil citrate (Viagra) on cerebral blood flow in patients with cerebrovascular risk factors Acta Neurol Scand. 2010 Jun;121(6):370-6. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0404.2009.01307.x. ...

Can Viagra Cause a Stroke? | Good Health by Hims

Viagra and nitrates both dilate blood vessels. When taken together, the combination can potentially cause dizziness, fainting or even heart attack or stroke because of low blood pressure. If you're on medication for a heart condition, you may not be aware you're taking nitrates, especially if your drug isn't generic.

Transient ischemic attack and stroke associated with sildenafil (Viagra ...

Before invoking hypotension as the etiology of this patient's lacunar stroke, perhaps it would be wise to take a closer look at other possibilities. References: 1)Morgan JC, Alhatou M, Oberlies J, Johnston K. Transicent ischemic attack and Stroke associated with sildenafil (Viagra) use. Neurology 2001;57:1730-1731. 2)Egan RA, Pomeranz HD.

Significant Increase of Erectile Dysfunction in Men With Post-stroke: A ...

A Korean study (52) showed that 78% of post-stroke patients had suffered from depression. Both depression and antidepressants are proven to serve as risk factors for ED or deteriorating erectile function (53, 54). Fear of ED was one of the reasons for ceasing sexual activity in men with stroke (20).

Intracranial Hemorrhage Associated with Sildenafil Use: A Very Rare ...

Sildenafil citrate is a potent vasodilator agent used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Among its side effects, intracranial hemorrhage is a very rare complication. We present a case of a 54-year-old patient who was brought to the emergency department due to nausea, vomiting and confusion after the use of sildenafil.

Viagra Used In Stroke Recovery Study - ScienceDaily

Viagra was selected as the drug to test because it is chemically similar to other compounds shown to improve function in animals after stroke. Dr. Chopp says that Viagra activates a molecule ...

Stroke--an adverse reaction to sildenafil - PubMed

Although cardiovascular side effects of sildenafil are recognized, little is known about stroke risk in patients who take this drug. We report a patient with multiple strokes in the posterior cerebral circulation in close temporal association with sildenafil use. This case report further emphasize that stroke is, although rare, real side effect ...

September 27 Highlight and Commentary: Effect of sildenafil (Viagra) on ...

sient ischemia,2 stroke,2 and in-tracerebral hemorrhage3 have also been reported in associa-tion with use of sildenafil but causality remains unclear. Early exploration of the rela-tionship between sildenafil and cerebral blood flow has not dem-onstrated any substantial effect on flow. In a randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled