Elsevier Adaptive Quizzing for Pharmacology and the Nursing Process (Access Card), 8e
Elsevier Adaptive Quizzing for Pharmacology and the Nursing Process (Access Card), 8e
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780323429160
Author: Linda Lane Lilley PhD RN, Shelly Rainforth Collins PharmD, Julie S. Snyder MSN RN-BC, Elsevier
Publisher: ELSEVIER
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Chapter 35, Problem 2NERQ
Summary Introduction

Sildenafil (Viagra) is a drug that is used for erectile dysfunction in males. It inhibits the enzyme action of phosphodiesterase enzyme which in turn allows to build up the cyclic guanosine monophosphate on the smooth muscles of the erectile tubes of the penis. It is a drug of protein that stays in the body for a longer period of time. It also permits the flow of blood into the penis. It releases nitric oxide inside the erectile tubes and contributes to the sexual stimulation and erectile effect.

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