A group of students is reviewing medications used to treat erectile dysfunction. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as being administered by injection?
A) Tadalafil
B) Papaverine
C) Alprostadil
D) Vardenafil
Ans: B
Papaverine is injected directly into the corpus cavernosum to increase arterial flow of blood. Tadalafil and vardenafil are PDE5 inhibitors that are taken orally. Alprostadil is used in a microsuppository form inserted into the urethra with a special applicator.
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