Medications can cause impotence

Friday, February 13, 2009

Impotence is a very common problem which many men face in their life at some point of life. Various medications can have negative effect on sexual health. Illegal drugs, medications used for other conditions can cause erection problems. It is difficult to say for sure what caused impotence, but if you start taking medication and feel that something has changed you should inform the doctor. Do not stop taking medications without consulting your doctor. The doctor will give you information about what prescribed drugs can produce side effects related to impotence. The doctor might either cancel the course or prescribe some other medicine.

Common medications that can cause impotence:

  • Blood pressure medication
  • Medication used to treat depression and stress
  • Drugs used to lower the level of cholesterol
  • Drugs used for cancer treatment

These are just a few, there are many more, too many to list here.
If you think that impotence is caused due to the medications you are taking, check the side effects listing given in the package information came with the medicine and also consult your doctor about switching over another type of medicine. Alternative to the medications that do not produce side effects should be prescribed.