ed; hypertension; beta blockers; medications

Are You Taking The Right High Blood Pressure Med? These Cause Erectile Dysfunction!

Struggling with both high blood pressure and erectile dysfunction? You're not alone—and the good news is, there are treatments that can help manage both conditions. In this video, Dr. Rena Malik breaks down which medications for high blood pressure are least likely to interfere with sexual...
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- May 27, 2025
- ed; hypertension; beta blockers; medications
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- Forum: When TRT Is Not Enough (ED, Libido, & More)
Anti-hypertensive medications and ED: focus on β-blockers

Abstract Purpose Although anti-hypertensive medications, including thiazides and β-blockers (BBs) in particular, have been suggested to cause erectile dysfunction (ED) their real contribution is still conflicting. The aim of this paper is to summarize available evidence providing an...
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- Sep 17, 2024
- ed; hypertension; beta blockers; medications
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- Forum: Health & Wellness

TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038