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What is the mechanism of action of alprostadil?
What is the mechanism of action of alprostadil?
- Inhibiting phosphodiesterase
- Increasing urethral flow
- Widening blood vessels (correct)
- Enhancing lower urinary tract symptoms
Why is papaverine no longer available in the US and Canada?
Why is papaverine no longer available in the US and Canada?
- Increased efficacy in treating ED
- To avoid priapism risk
- Development of more effective PDE-5 inhibitors (correct)
- Due to high costs
What is the primary drawback of using MUSE for administering alprostadil?
What is the primary drawback of using MUSE for administering alprostadil?
- Inability to bypass LUTS (correct)
- High cost
- Risk of priapism
- Limited availability in pharmacies
Why is caution advised when using MUSE in patients with risk factors for priapism?
Why is caution advised when using MUSE in patients with risk factors for priapism?
What percentage of patients using alprostadil successfully achieve intercourse according to studies?
What percentage of patients using alprostadil successfully achieve intercourse according to studies?
What is the main limitation of MUSE for men with erectile dysfunction caused by diabetes or radical prostate surgery?
What is the main limitation of MUSE for men with erectile dysfunction caused by diabetes or radical prostate surgery?
What is the recommended maximum dosage of Papaverine in a 24-hour period?
What is the recommended maximum dosage of Papaverine in a 24-hour period?
Which medication has a success rate of 55-75% and comes in dosage strengths of 10, 20, or 40 μg per dose?
Which medication has a success rate of 55-75% and comes in dosage strengths of 10, 20, or 40 μg per dose?
What is the primary mechanism of action for Papaverine in treating erectile dysfunction?
What is the primary mechanism of action for Papaverine in treating erectile dysfunction?
Which medication combination has been shown to produce satisfactory erections in 60-70% of patients with chronic erectile dysfunction?
Which medication combination has been shown to produce satisfactory erections in 60-70% of patients with chronic erectile dysfunction?
What is a common side effect associated with Caverject usage?
What is a common side effect associated with Caverject usage?
Why is Phentolamine used in combination with Papaverine for erectile dysfunction treatment?
Why is Phentolamine used in combination with Papaverine for erectile dysfunction treatment?
