Study says erectile dysfunction drugs show potential in Alzheimer's prevention

Published On 2024-02-09 13:00 GMT   |   Update On 2024-02-09 13:00 GMT
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Erectile dysfunction drugs, which work by dilating blood vessels to allow more blood to flow through, were first developed to treat high blood pressure. A new study published in Neurology suggests that the drugs may be tied to a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease.

According to the study, the drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction may also be associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease. The study does not prove that erectile dysfunction drugs reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. It only shows an association.

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Drugs Used For Treating Erectile Dysfunction Tied To Reduced Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease: Study

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