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What is the first-line drug treatment for erectile dysfunction?
What is the first-line drug treatment for erectile dysfunction?
Which one of the following is not listed as a risk factor for erectile dysfunction?
Which one of the following is not listed as a risk factor for erectile dysfunction?
How many doses of an individual phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitor should patients with erectile dysfunction receive before being classified as a non-responder?
How many doses of an individual phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitor should patients with erectile dysfunction receive before being classified as a non-responder?
Which of the following drugs is considered short-acting for treating erectile dysfunction?
Which of the following drugs is considered short-acting for treating erectile dysfunction?
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What increases the risk of cardiovascular disease according to the text?
What increases the risk of cardiovascular disease according to the text?
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Apart from lifestyle changes, what else is recommended as part of managing erectile dysfunction?
Apart from lifestyle changes, what else is recommended as part of managing erectile dysfunction?
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What is a common side effect associated with phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors?
What is a common side effect associated with phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors?
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In what condition should alprostadil not be used?
In what condition should alprostadil not be used?
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When prescribing alprostadil, what factor is considered?
When prescribing alprostadil, what factor is considered?
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Under what circumstances should orodispersible tablets be avoided?
Under what circumstances should orodispersible tablets be avoided?
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Which drug is specifically mentioned to act on both alpha and beta receptors?
Which drug is specifically mentioned to act on both alpha and beta receptors?
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What does Levitra® being non-prescribable in NHS primary care for the treatment of erectile dysfunction require the prescription to be endorsed with?
What does Levitra® being non-prescribable in NHS primary care for the treatment of erectile dysfunction require the prescription to be endorsed with?
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What is a specific contraindication for using alprostadil?
What is a specific contraindication for using alprostadil?
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Why are orodispersible tablets not suitable for initiation of therapy in patients taking alpha-blockers?
Why are orodispersible tablets not suitable for initiation of therapy in patients taking alpha-blockers?
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"National funding/access decisions for alprostadil include NHS restrictions." What does this mean for the use of alprostadil?
"National funding/access decisions for alprostadil include NHS restrictions." What does this mean for the use of alprostadil?
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"Risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disorders are considered when prescribing alprostadil." Which side effect is associated with this consideration?
"Risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disorders are considered when prescribing alprostadil." Which side effect is associated with this consideration?
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What is the recommended dosage of adrenaline for adults experiencing priapism?
What is the recommended dosage of adrenaline for adults experiencing priapism?
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What is the maximum dose of phenylephrine hydrochloride recommended per course for priapism?
What is the maximum dose of phenylephrine hydrochloride recommended per course for priapism?
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Which vasodilator is particularly mentioned for treating erectile dysfunction in the text?
Which vasodilator is particularly mentioned for treating erectile dysfunction in the text?
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What monitoring requirements are mentioned for the use of alprostadil?
What monitoring requirements are mentioned for the use of alprostadil?
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What is a potential risk associated with the use of metaraminol for priapism treatment?
What is a potential risk associated with the use of metaraminol for priapism treatment?
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What is the indication for using Aviptadil with Phentolamine Mesilate?
What is the indication for using Aviptadil with Phentolamine Mesilate?
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What is the recommended course of action if a prolonged erection lasting four hours or more occurs during the use of alprostadil?
What is the recommended course of action if a prolonged erection lasting four hours or more occurs during the use of alprostadil?
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Which phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitor has contraindications including hereditary degenerative retinal disorders and history of non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy?
Which phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitor has contraindications including hereditary degenerative retinal disorders and history of non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy?
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When is the use of phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors during pregnancy recommended?
When is the use of phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors during pregnancy recommended?
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In which dosages is Avanafil (Spedra) typically recommended for intake before sexual activity?
In which dosages is Avanafil (Spedra) typically recommended for intake before sexual activity?
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What criterion must be met for Viagra to be prescribed in NHS primary care for treating erectile dysfunction?
What criterion must be met for Viagra to be prescribed in NHS primary care for treating erectile dysfunction?
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Which condition can Sildenafil be used to treat besides erectile dysfunction?
Which condition can Sildenafil be used to treat besides erectile dysfunction?
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What is the advised course of action if a patient experiences rare side effects like retinal occlusion or sudden cardiac death while using phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors?
What is the advised course of action if a patient experiences rare side effects like retinal occlusion or sudden cardiac death while using phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors?
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Grampidam tablets are manufactured by which company?
Grampidam tablets are manufactured by which company?
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