Valsartan and erection

[Stmoves]

I recently started valsartan for bp. I take it at bedtime and wake up early AM with an erection. Has anyone else had this happen? From what I’ve heard it’s usually the opposite.

[xsevenx]

Most men wake with an erection do they not?

[Stmoves in reply to xsevenx]

I did when I was younger. Hasn’t happened much lately. Just seems like it’s started since taking valsartan. I’m 66 and have had some pretty major health issues.

[xsevenx in reply to Stmoves]

Seems like a nice side effect. Enjoy. But if the erections are painful and long lasting, like 2 hours or more, you should seek medical advice.

[BexyBoy]

This is good - the medication opens your blood vessels to reduce the blood pressure, so the erections are a sign that your circulation has improved.