GPs asked to reduce Viagra prescriptions

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Following an overwhelming demand for sex drugs, Hertsmere Primary Care Trust (PCT) has urged GPs to cut back on prescribing them.

The plea follows the release of figures which state that medical practices within Hertsmere were prescribing sex stimulants, like Viagra, on a level greater than the regional average.

A PCT spokeswoman said: “Evidence suggests that, at present, there is a disparity in relation to prescription costs and that due to a number of reasons, some practices are prescribing certain drugs to treat erectile dysfunction to patients who do not qualify under present NHS guidance.

"The current high quality of patient care will not be compromised as any final clinical decisions in relation to an individual patient’s care is the responsibility of the GP.”

Dr Michael Edwards, local GP and Chair of the Professional Executive Committee said: “GPs across Hertsmere have accepted this scheme as a voluntary arrangement.”

Since its introduction in 1998, Sildenafil, better known as Viagra, has been used by millions of men across the world. It is mainly popular among older men who suffer from Erectile dysfunction, however it is now gaining popularity as a recreational drug.

Hertsmere PCT uses a range of products, including Viagra, to treat erectile dysfunction.

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