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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Class of impotence agents. The generic name for Viagra is sildenafil. Viagra works by relaxing muscles to certain areas of the body, increasing blood flow. Viagra is in pill form and is only to be taken prior to sexual activity. Viagra is not a controlled substance.Can a nurse practitioner prescribe medication for erectile dysfunction? The answer is yes. A nurse practitioner can prescribe Viagra. Although an NP can prescribe Viagra, it is prudent that a practitioner specializing in men’s health, such as an adult or family nurse practitioner, do the prescribing. Please refer to your state's criteria for any additional directives for prescribing this medication.As with all medications, there are side effects. NPs prescribing Viagra need to carefully screen patients taking Viagra before treatment is initiated and monitor for side effects, especially in patients with high blood pressure or cardiac conditions.24. Can An NP Prescribe Vyvanse? Vyvanse or the generic name Lisdexamfetamine is a CNS stimulant used to treat attention deficit disorder. Vyvanse is also used to treat binge eating disorders in adults. As one of the newer ADHD drugs, Vyvanse is listed as a schedule II-controlled substance due to the potential for abuse. Nurse practitioners can prescribe Vyvanse in states that allow NPs to prescribe Schedule II-controlled substances. Check with your state's guidelines as many states require additional training or set forth criteria for prescribing Schedule II controlled substances. Arkansas, Georgia, and Missouri do not permit NPs to prescribe any schedule II-controlled medications.25. Can An NP Prescribe Xanax? Xanax or alprazolam (generic) is a drug used to treat anxiety and panic disorder. Xanax affects the central nervous system and is classified as a benzodiazepine. Xanax is a schedule IV drug due to the potential for abuse and addiction. Xanax is highly addictive and in demand as a street drug due to the “high” that it produces. The street name for Xanax is benzos, purple footballs, bars or blues, to name a few. If patients request nurse practitioners to prescribe Xanax, she needs to carefully assess the necessity for treatment and monitor to avoid abuse. Xanax needs to be prescribed for short-term only and a weaning schedule needs to be established when discontinuing.An NP can prescribe Xanax in states that allow them to prescribe Schedule IV-controlled substances. Check with your individual state prescribing criteria as many differ on exact practice for prescribing Schedule IV-controlled substances such as Xanax. For example,
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