Beta Blockers and Ace Inhibitors cause Erectile dysfunction.
If so then what are the other alternative medications to take for hypertension,
that do not cause Erectile dysfunction. ?
Is valsartan a betablocker ? is valsartan ACE inhibitor ?
Question posted by NESAM on 25 Aug 2013
Last updated on 25 August 2013
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Emeraldgirl
25 Aug 2013
Hello NESAM
Valsartan is very similar to an ACE Inhibitor (AI) and can be used as an alternative to a AI.Valsertan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Basically they block (antagonists) a chemical (which help blood vessel to contact) from getting to there destination.
I hope this helps- Emeraldgirl (formally CMP_FM)
NESAM
25 Aug 2013
Thank you for the answer.
Emeraldgirl
25 Aug 2013
Your most welcome.
Ps. Noticed after I responded to your question that you have hypertension.Well Because the blood vessels don't contract they dilate (creating wider holes so to speck),thus lowering your blood pressure.
Take cate
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