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Improvement of Erectile Function After Switching From Valsartan to Olmesartan Within a Fixed‐Dose Antihypertensive Combination: A Case Report

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Intra-class differences may exist between ARBs regarding tissue-specific outcomes. In this case, valsartan was probably associated with erectile dysfunction (Naranjo score 7). Switching to olmesartan was followed by resolutions of symptoms. An intra-class switch may be considered in selected patients with suspected drug-associated erectile dysfunction after evaluating other vascular, metabolic, or lifestyle contributions. Clinicians should remain cautious, as concurrent treatment modifications can confound definitive causal attributions.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.73718

Authors: Mario Ćurković, Nika Ćurković

Institutions: University of Osijek, University Hospital Centre Zagreb

Language: English

Topic: Sexual function and dysfunction studies

Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820