Medical Specialists lead the way for ED treatment as Viagra’s UK patent ends

If somebody says the phrase ‘erectile dysfunction’ (ED) or ‘male impotence’, one may instantly think of Pfizer’s wonder drug Viagra. This is mainly because Viagra was the very first oral medication approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

The brand name Viagra will probably always be strongly associated with ED/male impotence and its name alone carries a lot of history and weight behind it. The active ingredient of Viagra ‘sildenafil’ will probably not invoke the same level of familiarity and this chemical name could sound less attractive to men. However, when it boils down to it, that is all Viagra is – sildenafil.

Viagra’s origins are surprisingly traced all the way back to 1989 when a group of pharmaceutical chemists working at Pfizer’s Sandwich, Kent research facility in England, first synthesised sildenafil citrate, a compound that they had high hopes for in the treatment of heart problems such as angina. Two separate Phase 1 trials in addition to one Phase 2 clinical trial over the period of 1991 – 1992 revealed rather unconvincing results for angina treatment, but it became apparent the drug’s strengths lay elsewhere.

By 1994, Pfizer researchers Nicholas Terrett and Peter Ellis noted that men involved in the trial studies of sildenafil citrate as a heart medicine had benefited from increased blood flow into the penis area, aiding those who may previously had difficulty in achieving or sustaining an erection. Over the following three years there were a total of 21 clinical trials conducted, involving nearly 4,500 men. Terrett and Ellis were able to prove sildenafil was both safe and effective as a treatment for erectile dysfunction.

In 1997 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) agreed to give Pfizer’s ‘Viagra’ as it was now to be called, a priority review. This is only allocated for drugs which demonstrate large advances in treatment or can be used for a medical need. It was then approved on 27^th March 1998 by the FDA and later given the go-ahead for immediate sale in the European Union in September of the same year.

The popularity of Viagra soon skyrocketed and netted its manufacturer Pfizer billions of dollars each year, even infamously being endorsed in TV adverts by former United States Senator Bob Dole and the Brazilian former world cup winner and football star Pelé. The stigma surrounding men suffering with impotence was finally starting to disappear as men around the world embraced this revolutionary new drug which garnered nicknames such as ‘Vitamin V’, ‘The Little Blue Pill’ and ‘Blue Diamond’.

Men who previously kept their bedroom problems strictly in the bedroom were now willing to discuss this genuine health problem and the fact it is something which can cause deep distress, depression, low self-esteem and can impact relationships. Soon even celebrity figures such as Playboy founder Hugh Hefner were speaking of Viagra’s prowess, with the aging lothario describing Viagra as “God’s little helper”, whilst actor Michael Douglas, married to Catherine Zeta-Jones, raved that Viagra was “a wonderful enhancement . . .that can make us all feel younger.”

This takes us to the present day. Pfizer has seen its market share dramatically decrease in the intervening years due to the entry of Eli Lilly’s Cialis and Bayer’s Levitra and men now have more options available than ever, including the Cialis Daily and Levitra ODT (Orodispersible) variations which have subsequently been introduced. Medical Specialists Pharmacy is one of the leaders in erectile dysfunction treatment and we always have our finger on the pulse regarding the latest treatments for erectile dysfunction and a whole host of other medical conditions.

In fact, if you are not already aware, Pfizer’s UK Viagra patent expired on 21st June 2013 and this now makes it eligible for other pharmaceutical companies to produce an erectile dysfunction medication that contains sildenafil, just like Viagra. This is known as a ‘generic’ alternative. Generic medicines are known for their hugely competitive prices which could prove a massive relief for many of us suffering from the credit crunch-induced hardship.

For some, it is all in the name. Viagra is associated with being the first, and thus best. But let’s not forget what it is actually inside a Viagra tablet – sildenafil.  It could be a blue diamond-shaped tablet or a white oval-shaped tablet, regardless of its outer appearance, the sildenafil contained inside is exactly the same and has the same purpose – to help men suffering from erectile dysfunction to achieve and maintain an erection that is satisfactory for sex.

For more information about the latest erectile dysfunction treatments obtainable from Medical Specialists, visit the male impotence area of the website where we have recently added new treatments such as Sildenafil Teva and Sildenafil Actavis – both at incredibly low prices. Or, if you find tablets difficult to swallow, we also now offer Nipatra (sildenafil) chewable tablets.

ED drug Cialis gets European approval for benign prostatic hyperplasia

Struggling to think of a link between benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and erectile dysfunction (ED)? You might not be the only one. However, patients who are suffering with both of these conditions may soon be able to be treated through the male impotence wonder drug Cialis, which it seems, is emerging as having multiple uses.

The European Union’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has put forth their recommendations for the approval of the 5 mg daily dose of Cialis to treat the condition BPH that can result in prostate enlargement, a common condition that usually effects older men and leads to problems including; difficulty passing urine, a regular need to urinate, or finding it difficult to completely empty the bladder.

All that waits now is a final ruling from the European Commission, who approves medicinal use for the EU. It usually takes the European Commission about one to two months to decide on CHMP recommendations. All this follows a precedent set back in October 2011 when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave their seal of approval for Cialis 5 mg once daily use to be used to alleviate the signs and symptoms of BPH.

Cialis is currently used to help men suffering with ED in over 100 countries and has already been approved in many other countries around the globe for the additional purpose of helping BPH, including Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Columbia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Israel, Panama, Russia and South Korea. Therefore, it will surely only be a matter of time before patients can obtain Cialis Daily from Medical Specialists Pharmacy for benign prostatic hyperplasia in addition to treat erectile dysfunction. The best thing we would advise is to keep checking our website for more developments on this subject.

Anthony Beardsworth, senior medical director at Lilly, spoke on the exciting news and said, “The CHMP positive opinion for Cialis marks an important regulatory milestone for Eli Lilly and Co and our commitment to bringing new treatment options to the millions of men who experience ED and BPH.”

If you are a male suffering with urinary problems, then you may be one the 2.4 million men in the UK suffering from BPH. It could be some time yet until Cialis Daily is officially given the green light to fight such issues. In the meantime, urinary problems can be treated through the use of effective medication such as Flomax Relief, which eases the symptoms associated with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) of a BPH.

Flomax works by relaxing muscles in the prostate gland, relaxing the muscles in the urethra (the tube from the bladder to the outside of the body).  This lets urine pass more freely through the urethra, making it easier to urinate. It is available today from the Medical Specialists Pharmacy chemist shop, costing just £8.75 for 14 capsules, or £15.95 for 28.

Of course if you are a male suffering with erectile dysfunction and would like to know your options in regards to treatment, you may be wondering just what ‘Cialis Daily’ is. Firstly, it is a once-daily tablet supplied in two does; 2.5 mg and 5 mg, with 28 tablets to a pack. It is recommended to be taken at the same time each day for consistency and is suitable for men who are in sexually active long-term relationships. The major benefit is that the mild dose of Tadalafil (Cialis’ active ingredient) will be in your body each day, meaning you do not have to take a tablet each time you have sex. Cialis, Cialis Daily, Levitra, Levitra ODT and Viagra are all available today at great prices through Medical Specialists.

Actor Jeremy Renner found it ‘hard’ to sleep after Viagra blunder

Erectile Dysfunction (ED), also known as male impotence is a very common condition affecting about 4 in 10 men over the age of 40 and it is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection that is sufficient for sexual intercourse. In addition, it is estimated that half of all males between the ages of 40 to 70 will have some varying degree of ED. Difficulties in this aspect may have detrimental effects on a man’s self-esteem and could create stress that can damage his health and relationship with his partner.

The common, effective forms of treatment are Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra, with variations such as Cialis Daily and Levitra ODT (Orodispersible). With the three main ED medications, it could be confusing for men as to which one could be most effective for them.

Whilst on a recent gruelling 11-hour London bound flight from Los Angeles, the actor Jeremy Renner found this out the hard way. The actor was the star of 2008’s ‘Hurt Locker’, and will soon be appearing on movie screens across the world in the latest instalment of the Bourne series, ‘The Bourne Legacy’.

Whilst on his flight, Renner took what he believed to initially be an Ambien sleeping tablet, which unfortunately for him is sometimes manufactured in a very similar shade of colour to the little blue pills known as Viagra.

It was only after taking the tablet, he realised it was too late and that he would not spend the flight sleeping, but instead fighting to try and conceal the effects that the wonderfully potent medication Viagra had done to him!

He explained, “I had to get off the plane to go to work so I had to sleep on the plane… Somebody gave me some pills… so great. I took a little sleeping pill…and I realised nothing’s happening but something else is happening, and I realised pretty quickly that that ‘A’ was a little ‘V’ on the pill. Not only did I not sleep on the entire flight, I was camping… There was no walking. If I had to go to the restroom, it was so embarrassing. I had Dennis Hopper, God rest his soul, laying next to me and his daughter was there playing with this little glass menagerie on the ledge…I’m like playing with her and I’m like, Hold on a second, man. I’m gonna go to jail, I’m gonna get arrested. This does not look good.”

Renner’s unfortunate experience however does highlight the effectiveness of Viagra, if it was ever in doubt! If you are suffering from ED and would like more information on the range of treatment available at Medical Specialists Pharmacy, click here. The medications we provide for male impotence can be obtained with or without a private prescription, and pending approval from one of our registered doctors, can arrive to you within a mere 24 hours to your house, place of work, or another required destination. Prices equate to as little as £29.97 for 4 Viagra tablets. We also offer Cialis and Levitra at fantastic prices too.

Levitra orodispersible approved for Scotlands NHS

A convenient new drug to help men overcome erectile dysfunction has been approved by Scotland’s medical watchdog.

An estimated 2.3 million men are believed to suffer from erectile dysfunction in the UK, however market research suggests that only one in 10 receive treatment for the condition.

Levitra orodispersible, which is said to be the first and only orodispersible tablet for impotence, dissolves on the tongue without the need for a glass of water.

The research showed that 40% of sufferers regard existing therapies as “inconvenient”.

The “melt-in-the-mouth” drug was approved by the European Commission in September 2010 and launched in the UK in March this year. It was approved by the Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) last week and will now be made available for use through NHS Scotland.

It is said to be more convenient than existing pills as it can be taken anywhere and the slim credit-card pack is more discreet than a usual pill-packet.

Manufacturers Bayer, who hope the drug will revolutionise treatment for men too embarrassed to seek help, say the formulation “de-medicalises” and helps to remove the stigma attached to impotence.

Each 10mg pack of Levitra orodispersible have anti-counterfeiting safety measures to prevent illegal internet websites selling fake versions.

Ian Russell, specialist practitioner in Andrology and Urology at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary, said: “This is really good news for Scottish men. We have been waiting for Levitra orodispersible to be licensed for a while and are relieved that it has finally been approved.

“We feel that it will be particularly advantageous for the younger patients with diabetes and other medical conditions causing erectile dysfunction who will appreciate its advantages the most.”

New levitra dissolvable tablets now on sale in the UK

Bayer have released a new dissolvable erectile dysfunction tablet called Levitra ODT (Orodispersible). This is a new type of pill that melts in your mouth to treat  male impotence which introduced in the UK yesterday.

Bayers researchers are hoping it will help men who feel too embarrassed to seek help for erectile dysfunction, as it can be taken quickly at the patient’s discretion. Called Levitra orodispersible, it is manufactured by Bayer.

“It is hoped the advantages of the new product and its discreet packaging will reduce the numbers of patients purchasing counterfeit pills online,” said Marc van Unen of Bayer. Men should still take this drug 30 minutes before sexual intercourse.                                                                                                                         

 

Market research by Bayer, makers of the new pill, found four in ten men say existing tablets, which have to be swallowed with water, are inconvenient.

Trials involving almost 1,000 men found the melt-in-the-mouth treatment was safe and effective. 

Sexual health campaigners warn that those with erectile dysfunction should always see a doctor because it could suggest the early stages of heart problems.

But many have ended up buying fake products online because they are too shy to see their GP.

Levitra ODT works like Viagra – fizzes on the tongue and dissolves in seconds, meaning it can be taken very discreetly. Levitra is available at Medical Specialists Pharmacy website via private prescription or through our online consultation..

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