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Introduction & Overview |
 Alprostadil is a male sexual enhancement product that may only be available in prescription form at time of review. It appears to be available as two different application methods: an injection or a suppository. It is advertised as useful for men who need support to maintain an erection; the effects of the drug are said to last for between 30 and 60 minutes.
Sexual stimulants may be available by the thousands for both men and women in today’s market. While some of these products may target people who have a hard time performing physically, many other products may be meant for people who just wish to enhance the experience. We will review this product closely to find out which of the two classifications may classify it accurately.
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| Ingredients at a Glance |
The ingredients used to formulate the drug may not be disclosed for the public to learn at time of review, which we find disappointing. Considering it may only be available as a prescription drug at this time, those who are curious may have to research this product further. On the other hand, more accessible products may be available.
As mentioned above, the two forms that may currently be available are an injection and a suppository. The injection may be marketed and distributed under the brand names Caverject, Edex and Prostin VR; the suppository appears to be identified as MUSE, or Medicated Urethral System for Erection. There may be a few more brand names.
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| Ingredients in Focus |
The drug is said to be formulated to cause blood vessels to expand, which may increase blood flow to the penis and cause it to engorge and become erect. This may be the intent of many similar products on the market, some of which may also be prescription-grade, and others that may be available over-the-counter as general consumer products.
We are somewhat troubled at the apparent unavailability of any information online that provides some insight into the formulation and specific ingredients used. We believe it is always important to know what we are subjecting our bodies to; we are responsible for considering the risks involved in taking a drug that may pose adverse side effects.
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| Lifestyle |
We cringe at the thought of having to administer the drug in either form, whether as an injection or as a suppository. The first form must be injected directly into the penis, which may be painful and disturbing to even think about. The suppository, on the other hand, must be placed into the opening of the penis, or the urethra, which may also cause discomfort.
We note that the drug is believed to have a number of possible side effects, including some of the following: penis and testicle-area pain; bleeding from the penis or spotting; dizziness, headaches, flu symptoms and palpitations; fainting, unsteadiness resulting from low blood pressure; and vaginal itching or burning for the female sexual partner.
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| Positives |
• The product may be formulated as a pharmaceutical-grade drug
• Certain forms of medical insurance may cover the purchase
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| Negatives |
• An official website for the product may not be available at this time
• The drug may only be available with a prescription at this time
• Consumer testimonials may be difficult to come by at this time
• Side effects may include penile bleeding or spotting for some
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| Final Thoughts |
Alprostadil may be marketed as an effective formula for facilitating an erection, but we are disconcerted by the possibility of associated side effects – not to mention the disturbing thought of injecting something into the sensitive tissues of the penis. We believe there may be more sensible methods of supporting sexual health on the market.
Capsule-based supplements may be more convenient, more comprehensive and more palatable. Some formulas contain potent ingredients such as Yohimbe Bark Extract and Tribulus Terrestris, along with other herbal extracts. We are especially interested in formulations that are award-winning, and known to extract ingredients many times their natural strength.
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