Imdur/Viagra

Posted by C on July 21, 1999 at 09:32:39
Dear Doctors at CCHC,
I am presently taking 30mg of imdur per day.  However, because I am also taking 50mg of atenolol and 20mg of vasotec I have developed sexual ed. I have recently spoke to both my cardiologist and urologist and they have said it is ok to take viagra as long as I have been off imdur for 36 to 48 hours.  Three questions:  1) How long does imdur stay in one's system?  2) How long does viagra stay in one's system?  3)  Any other suggestions?
Thanks - C

Posted by CCF CARDIO MD - CRC on July 21, 1999 at 10:08:51
1. About 24 hours.
2. A couple hours.
3. Use with discretion.
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