Why Is There An Upper Age Limit, Currently 75, On The...

[sandyRoe]

... availability of tablets to deal with erectile dysfunction?

[THECORBYLOON]

Where have you seen that?

[bednobs]

there are a lot of medicines which need to be used with caution in old people

[sandyRoe]

On-line pharmacies set an upper age limit.

I suppose it would be available on prescription from a GP.

[Old_Geezer]

Due to abuse. A lot of care homes were using them to stop their guests rolling out of bed at night.

[Buenchico]

This is purely guesswork but it occurs to me that getting an erection is achieved solely by more blood being pumped into one's penis.  (i.e. there are no muscles involved).  That, presumably, involves an increase in one's blood pressure. 

My guess is that health professionals have decided that there's too great a risk in giving a man over 75 something that will increase his blood pressure, as it's likely to be quite high to start with.

[jourdain2]

It's probably something to do with the likelihood of heart problems, also blood pressure as Buen said.

[jourdain2]

It's probably something to do with the likelihood of heart problems, also blood pressure as Buen said.

You can get too old for a lot of things, e.g. OH has been told he is too old for statins, amongst other things.

[douglas9401]

It's hard on the elderly.

[jourdain2]

Ouch, Douglas!

[johnny.5]

why would anyone want their erections made harder?

[Buenchico]

Interestingly, the British National Formulary website doesn't show any prohibitions or warnings about the use of Viagra in men over 75:
https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/sildenafil/

[Smowball]

Omg OG LOL!

[Canary42]

It's all part of the general trend to stop older folk from enjoyng themselves: you must have noticed other examples if you're aged - bottles/cans/jars you can't open, text too small to read, roads too busy to cross devoid of crossing places, lifts always out of order (a favourite of railway stations where you are unable to change platforms as a result), dearth of public toilets, retail/serving staff who can't articulate loudly enough, delivery couriers who won't give you time to answer the door, A-board obstructions, insufficient public seating, etc. I'm sure our contributors can think of more examples of how impossible life is for us less-than-agile and easily-tired Oldies. 

[KrristaForce]

Why Is There An Upper Age Limit, Currently 75, On The...

 

The upper age limit for sildenafil, often cited as 75 years. It is not a strict rule but rather a guideline reflecting concerns about the safety & effectiveness of the medication in older adults.

Health Considerations for Older Adults:

Age-Related Health Issues: As men age, they are more likely to experience health conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, and decreased liver & kidney function. These factors can complicate the use of sildenafil, as they may increase the risk of adverse effects or drug interactions

Dosage Adjustments: For older adults, especially those over 65, healthcare providers often recommend starting with a lower dosage of sildenafil (typically 25 mg) due to slower drug clearance from the body. This adjustment helps mitigate potential side effects associated with higher doses

Medical Evaluation: A thorough medical evaluation is crucial before prescribing sildenafil to older patients. This includes assessing their overall health, current medications, & any underlying conditions that could affect treatment safety

Risk of Self-Medication: Self-medication poses significant risks for older adults who may be taking multiple medications. Unsupervised use of sildenafil can lead to dangerous interactions or mask symptoms of more serious health issues.

 

Efficacy in Older Adults

Research indicates that sildenafil is effective and well-tolerated in elderly men, even those over 70 years old. Studies have shown improvements in erectile function among older users comparable to younger populations when used appropriately under medical supervision.

 

The point is, while there may be an informal upper age limit for sildenafil usage, it is essential that any decision regarding its use in older adults be made collaboratively between the patient & their healthcare provider, considering individual health circumstances rather than a blanket age restriction.

 

And if your doctor has prescribed any ED or PE medicine, make sure to purchase it from a reliable source.

Note: There are fewer studies about the safety and effectiveness of children below 18 years of age. Hence it is not recommended to be used in children. www.krristaforce.com