Vitaros Creme is a topical medication used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) in adult men. Unlike oral ED treatments that act systemically, Vitaros works locally through direct application to the tip of the penis. It contains the active ingredient alprostadil, a synthetic version of prostaglandin E1, which is a naturally occurring substance in the body involved in blood vessel dilation.<\/p>\n
Vitaros works by relaxing the smooth muscle tissue in the corpus cavernosum and dilating the blood vessels in the penile region. This increases blood flow to the penis, thereby facilitating an erection in response to sexual stimulation. Since it does not rely on the nitric oxide pathway like PDE5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil), Vitaros can be an effective option for men who are not suitable candidates for or have not responded to oral ED medications.<\/p>\n
Indications for Vitaros include the treatment of mild to severe erectile dysfunction, especially in cases related to diabetes, spinal cord injury, or psychological conditions when systemic treatments are not tolerated or contraindicated.<\/p>\n
The medication begins to work within 5 to 30 minutes of application and its effect typically lasts for 1 to 2 hours. It is a non-invasive alternative to injectable or oral ED treatments and avoids systemic side effects such as headaches or cardiovascular issues.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"