What is Viagra?
Viagra is a medication prescribed from males experiencing an erectile dysfunction (ED). An erectile dysfunction is when not enough blood flows through the male sex organ during a sexual encounter. This is often caused by a physical disease, injury, or can be side effects from another drug. This concern affects about 30 million men in the United States.
Viagra increases the blood flow in the male sex organ to allow an erection to last long enough for a sexual encounter. Individual results may vary, but this drug usually takes effect within 30-60 minutes while sexually stimulated. This drug can be taken up to 4 hours before sexual activity, however medical attention is needed if an erection lasts longer than 4 hours as long-term injury may result in extreme adverse effects.
Possible Side Effects
ED can worsen through depression and worry, so it’s important to talk to your doctor if you or a loved one is or has experienced any of these possible effects:
Serious Side Effects:
• Melanoma- Studies show that men who have used Viagra were more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma, or skin cancer, than those who didn’t use this drug
• Vision Loss- A serious eye problem can occur called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) which can permanently cause damage to either or both of your eyes.
• Priapism- An erection lasting longer than 4 hours can permanently damage your male sex organ.
• Hearing Loss- Loss of hearing in the ears or decrease in noise can occur when taking this drug. Ringing of the ears and dizziness can also be an adverse effect.
Other Possible Side Effects
Other Potential Side Effects:
• Headache
• Flushing
• Upset Stomach
• Abnormal Vision (change in color, blurred vision)
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Back Pain
• Muscle Pain
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Heart Attack
• Stroke
• Irregular Heartbeat
Recent News
Viagra May Boost Risk of Deadly Skin Cancer, Study Finds- According to NBC News article by Jonel Aleccia, “Researchers found that men who took sildenafil, best known as Viagra, were about 84% more likely to develop melanoma then men who didn’t take the drug.” This study shows that Viagra may increase the risk of melanoma because it affects the same genetic pathway allowing skin cancer to be more invasive. According to the researchers, “About 76,100 new melanoma cases are expected to be diagnosed in the U.S in 2014, and about 9,710 people will die, including about 6,470 men.”
Kentucky Lawmaker’s bill would require men to get wife’s permission for Viagra- According to Fox News, “A Kentucky lawmaker has put forward a bill that would require men to visit a doctor at least twice obtain a signed permission slip from their wives before they could obtain a prescription for the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra.” It is said that other state lawmakers have filed similar bills in regards to Viagra.
Your Legal Options
Lawsuits are currently being filed stating that Viagra has been linked to serious side effects. If you were prescribed Viagra and have suffered from melanoma, skin cancer, or blindness, it is important that you get legal help immediately.
Gruber Law Offices is offering Viagra Lawsuit Consultations
If you or a loved one developed melanoma, skin cancer, or blindness, we are offering free consultations to discuss your legal options.
