Yohimbe is a medication doctors prescribe primarily for impotence. It increases blood flow to the penis and prevents blood from leaving the penis, resulting in an erection. The bark of the Yohimbe, which is an evergreen tree in West Africa, is used as an herbal remedy for high blood pressure in addition to impotence, according to eMedTV. Its safety and effectiveness are not yet established, and its effects vary with each person.
Step 1
Inform your doctor about any current health conditions. Kidney and heart disease, peptic ulcers, depression and psychiatric conditions may prevent you from taking Yohimbe. If your doctor allows you to take it, you may require special monitoring or a lower dose of the medication due to these conditions.
Step 2
Tell your doctor about any current medications you are taking. Medications for mania, depression and other psychiatric conditions do not interact well with Yohimbe. Other medications may prevent you from taking Yohimbe; therefore, give your doctor a complete list of medications and supplements you take each day.
Step 3
Ask about all possible side effects of Yohimbe before taking it. Less serious side effects that do not subside may require a change in dose or medication, while more serious side effects may require immediate medical attention.
Step 4
Take this medication exactly as your doctor prescribes. Drugs.com states that Yohimbe is usually taken three times a day; confirm this with your doctor. Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Step 5
Take a missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. In this case, take only your regularly scheduled dose. Drugs.com emphasizes the importance of not doubling your doses.
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