Viagra and FTMs- ANyone have any experience?

[MickMan]

OK, So I was browsing some journals online and found a few medical journals that talked about Viagra and its use by the FTM community.

I am curious if anyone uses or has had experience with he little blue pill?

[Quintease]

Um, me *raises hand* I can't help you out however as my bf has steadfastly refused to try it.

[Billy]

There may come a time when I might need to check that out , but at this time My sex drive is high ...Would be curious to know how many have tried it :)

[AtLast]

The only use being RESEARCHED for the use of viagra for women (persons with XX chromosones) is as an anti-depressant. It can increase blood flow- however there is no data to suggest any increase in libido or sexual pleasure for women ot FtM's at this point.

Viagra is neither approved or recommended for use in women. Therefore, women should not take Viagra under any circumstances. Clinical trials as an antidepressant that may or may not be taken safely by women are not concluded at this time. Possibly, studies will be done eventaully utilizing current chromosonal chains, but, I wouldn't trust a phara corp to put out that kind of cash to do so.

So, this could be just another abuse of a prescription drug. Do we need more of this? Increased blood flow medications are not for use in recreation- sex or otherwise.

There have been quite a few incidences of death of teenagers (all males)due to viagra- many have been "pranks" by other teens. Strokes and heart attacks also have occurred.

Although, low doses of the drug are prescribed for teen males with ED (a very rare condition).

I have a concern about this thread topic area ending up getting the website in some legal trouble via those creepy "crawler" thingies... but, I am a worrier by nature.

[MickMan]

The only use being RESEARCHED for the use of viagra for women (persons with XX chromosones) is as an anti-depressant. It can increase blood flow- however there is no data to suggest any increase in libido or sexual pleasure for women ot FtM's at this point.

Viagra is neither approved or recommended for use in women. Therefore, women should not take Viagra under any circumstances. Clinical trials as an antidepressant that may or may not be taken safely by women are not concluded at this time. Possibly, studies will be done eventaully utilizing current chromosonal chains, but, I wouldn't trust a phara corp to put out that kind of cash to do so.

So, this could be just another abuse of a prescription drug. Do we need more of this? Increased blood flow medications are not for use in recreation- sex or otherwise.

There have been quite a few incidences of death of teenagers (all males)due to viagra- many have been "pranks" by other teens. Strokes and heart attacks also have occurred.

Although, low doses of the drug are prescribed for teen males with ED (a very rare condition).

I have a concern about this thread topic area ending up getting the website in some legal trouble via those creepy "crawler" thingies... but, I am a worrier by nature.

Actually, the study was for women who are taking SSRI's and have lost their sex drive due to the antidepressants. Here is a excerpt from the write up in Journal of the American Medical Assn:

"In a new study, researchers studied the effects of Viagra and a placebo in 98 women, average age of 37, who were using antidepressants for major depression. All the women also reported sexual side effects like lack of arousal or difficulty achieving orgasm. For eight weeks, the women took either Viagra or a placebo pill one to two hours before having sex.

The study, which was funded by Viagra-maker Pfizer, showed that 72 percent of women taking Viagra reported improvement, compared to 27 percent of those taking the placebo. The Viagra users reported significant improvements in their ability to achieve orgasm and enjoyment and showed greater improvement in overall sexual function based on an established rating scale"

I can truly appreciate concern for those who may want to go out and try this without consulting with their doctor. However, I think that this is the place to bring things up so people can discuss that which on their minds and be able to learn from other peoples ideas, thought and experiences.

The same write up was in the following:

The New England Journal of Medicine 342: 1539-44

Just for the record, I found some interesting reading when I was studying for grad school and thought I would share and get others input. Kind of like sex education, if we teach our kids about sex, they are less likely to go out and get into trouble. At least with talking about it, some may get education from it. By no means was this post meant to encourage non prescribed medicine usage.


I am not sure about internet law, but I am fairly certain that discussion of anything is allowable so long as it is not a plot to over throw the government. ;)

[MickMan]

Hi, MickMan and welcome to the Planet!

Keep in mind, that this is a question that should be discussed with your doctor(s) before taking. But it is an interesting question to pose for the community to provide anecdotal stories. In fact, I'm kinda curious, too ;)

June (Cautious Moderator Voice, not moderating)

Thanks June!

As a grad student I have run across some very interesting journal articles while doing research for my classes and thesis.

I thought this would be a great venue to get first hand info rather than doctored up statistics.

Thanks for the welcome!

[violaine]

http://denveranimalcarecenter.wordpress.com/2011/01/25/doggy-viagra-its-not-what-you-think/

[MickMan]

http://denveranimalcarecenter.wordpress.com/2011/01/25/doggy-viagra-its-not-what-you-think/

Hey Violaine,

I read about this too. Something about blood pressure control and genetic heart conditions in dogs, if I remember correctly.

[Panther]

Hi all, I'm new here - sorry to resurrect this! I came upon it googling, and just wanted to put down my experience with Viagra (Sildenafil citrate). I'm 22, post-top, and have been on T for almost 3 years.

I tried Viagra, and it only really helps in a "biological" way, i.e., it doesn't seem to give an erection, but rather allows you to achieve one more easily. It also increased the number of times that I was able to go, and although it helped me, many trans guys I've spoken to don't have "number of rounds" as a limiting factor, while some do.

It also didn't give me a harder erection in the sense that I've gotten comparably hard erections on the peak of libido after a T shot (especially during the warmer months for some reason).

To sum up, it may help those who have limited or irregular access to testosterone, or find that their sexual libido has decreased since they've been on T (mine has, but so doesn't everyone's over the course of puberty :) ). I'm also pretty young, and older people or people with circulatory problems may find it to have different advantages. All in all it was cool, but if you're looking for real penile enhancement, I'd recommend jelqing - no prescription, no money, no pill, just need your two hands and some lube!

I hope this helps anyone else who has been curious! And just remember too - I'm only one guy, pharmaceuticals work differently for different people!

- K (endocrinologist/biologist)