Posted by Cam W. on April 8, 2000, at 21:29:37
In reply to Re: clarification, please read everyone(esp. Cam), posted by CarolAnn on April 8, 2000, at 13:59:22
CarolAnn - I have not heard of Uprima. I did a MEDLINE search with no hits. Do you know it's drug name? I cannot tell you if this drug would help with libido.The reason it would work faster than Viagra is that it is absorbed directly into the bloodstream (it is very vascualr under the tongue - lots of blood vessels). This means that it doesn't have to go to the stomach, then drop into the small intestine, and then absorb into the bloodstream. It is the same principle as Ativan SL working faster than regular Ativan (esp. in panic disorder).
Viagra does increase the quality of orgasm (more bang for youe buck), but that does not necessarily equate to greater desire. Like I said before, many men do not need desire to be able to perform, especially when young (they're just gettin' it! - the bragging rights are more important).
The only other drug that we have in Canada for erectile dysfunction is MUSE (alprostadil) and it comes in the form of a penile suppository. You insert it directly into the flacid penis (with an unlubricated plunger device) about 15 minutes before it is needed. I cannot think of anything that would get in the mood more than that (sarcasm).
I very much agree with you that medication (or any other) research for women is woefully lacking. The main reason for this is that many of you are able to get pregnant. It is very hard to trust someone to use protection (shower with a raincoat) while undergoing drug trials. This is not just the woman's fault (probably less so), but also the man's. Things happen, moments occur, condoms break, and the pill may skew results. The drug companies are extremely worried about lawsuits if someone does happen to get pregnant while taking their drug in a clinical trial. Waivers can be signed, but a "good" lawyer can get around anything.
Sincerely - Cam W.
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