Sudafed for Priapism can be fatal for many

[Suncruiser69]

I have seen many, many posts by people telling others to go out and purchase some of the stronger version of Sudafed to avoid Priapism.
This can be very risky for many people.
I have CHF and I was going to run out and get some before I read up on what Sudafed is and how it might affect me as a CHF (heart condition) patient.
PLEASE READ IF YOU ARE NOT SURE.

Here is a good reference article about this:
http://www.health.harvard.edu/fhg/updat ... 106c.shtml

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Effects beyond the nose

Pseudoephedrine con­stricts blood vessels in the nose and sinuses. This shrinks swelling and drains fluids, letting you breathe easier again. Unfortunately, the drug doesn’t affect only the head — it tightens blood vessels throughout the body. One effect is a possible increase in blood pressure. In research trials most people showed a minimal increase in blood pressure. Only 3% had a marked increase in blood pressure.

The FDA says that pseudoephedrine is safe when taken as directed. That doesn’t mean it’s risk free. Over the years, there have been reports of heart attacks, strokes, disturbed heart rhythms, and other cardiovascular problems linked with use of pseudoephedrine