Uprima

How does Uprima work?
Unlike other oral treatments for erectile dysfunction, Uprima stimulates dopamine receptors in the brain. These receptors in turn transmit excitatory signals down the spinal cord to the sacral parasympathetic nucleus, stimulating activity of the sacral nerves supplying the penis. As the penile smooth muscle relaxes, the pelvic arteries dilate. The dilated arteries then fill with blood and the penis becomes erect.

How can I compare the different treatments for Erectile Dysfunction?
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How do I take Uprima?
It is recommended that you take the Uprima sublingual tablet 20 minutes prior to sexual activity. It is best to drink a small glass of water before taking the tablet to help the dissolving process. After drinking the water, place the tablet under the tongue. Do not chew , just let the tablet dissolve.

What is the difference between Uprima and Viagra?
Pzizer's Viagra, a pill that is swallowed, works by improving blood flow to the penis. Uprima tablets, manufactured by Tap Pharmaceuticals, are absorbed under the tongue, stimulating the brain chemical dopamine, which starts a signal for an erection.

One of the main benefits of Uprima is the speed at which it works. Once dissolved under the tongue, clinical tests have shown that 34% of erections occur within 10 minutes and 71% of erections occur within 20 minutes. That puts the average time to the onset of an erection at 18-19 minutes compared with 30 to 40 minutes with Viagra. However, most clinical tests show the overall effects to be broadly similar, with Uprima being to take effect and lasting marginally longer.

What are the possible side effects of Uprima?
The most common side effects recorded of those using Uprima are as follows:

•  Headache - 7%
•  Nausea - 7%
•  Dizziness - 4%

Nausea is generally mild to moderate in nature declining with continued use.
What is the recommended dose?
It is recommended that patients start with a 2mg dose and increase to 3mg if necessary to reach the desired clinical effect.

N.B. NO MORE THAN ONE TABLET SHOULD BE TAKEN IN AN EIGHT HOUR PERIOD.

Who should not take Uprima?
Those suffering from severe unstable angina, recent myocardial infarction, severe heart failure or any other condition where sexual activity is inadvisable.

Uprima should be used with caution by patients taking anti-hypertensives or nitrate medications.