How does Tazzle affect blood circulation?
Tazzle is a brand name for the medication tadalafil, commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and sometimes pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Its primary effect on blood circulation involves relaxing the blood vessels, particularly in the penile area and, for PAH, in the lungs.
Here's how Tazzle (tadalafil) affects blood circulation:
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment: Tazzle works by inhibiting the enzyme phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5), which leads to increased levels of cGMP (cyclic guanosine monophosphate). This helps relax smooth muscle and dilate blood vessels in the penis, improving blood flow and enabling an erection when sexually aroused.
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: For PAH, tadalafil works similarly by relaxing the blood vessels in the lungs. This reduces pulmonary blood pressure and helps the heart pump more efficiently, improving circulation and oxygen delivery throughout the body.
In both conditions, the result is improved blood circulation to targeted areas due to blood vessel dilation. However, Tazzle doesn't directly boost overall systemic blood circulation. It's specifically designed to act on the blood vessels in certain areas.