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viagra and diving: the molecule to the rescue of divers

By spotmydive
2016-06-16
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Viagra does not only serve to fight against erectile dysfunctions, it might save divers’ lives suffering from pulmonary edema. 

Viagra, miracle cure ?

For information, pulmonary edema is a potentially fatal accident that may occur during a scuba dive. The diver in addition of having breathing difficulties can spit blood and see the oxygenation of the blood decreased. Dr. Richard Moon, sports doctor,  has conducted an experience with a group of athletes. The absorption of the molecule, after a triathlon, led to a decrease of the blood pressure in the lungs. That would make this drug a potential cure after diving accident. 
But caution!!! Be aware that taking viagra before diving increase the risk of decompression sickness! A study on a laboratory rat has just proved it, so be sure to use the blue pill as indicated on its instructions.
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  • L’éponge Bob
    2020-05-16

    Quel coquin ce Lukas ! juste pour aller un peu plus loin : le principe actif du viagra est le sildénafil. Il dilate les vaisseaux et est utilisé également dans l’hypertension pulmonaire mais à un dosage plus important.
    Et pour casser le mythe, le Viagra ne fonctionne dans les troubles de l’érection que s’il y a “stimulation” en même temps. Pas certain donc qu’il fonctionne au milieu d’un banc de thons… ;

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