Herbal Sex Pills Pose Hidden Dangers

November 12, 2007 By JUSTIN PRITCHARD, Associated Press Writer

(AP) -- Many of the pills marketed as safe herbal alternatives to Viagra and other prescription sex medications pose a hidden danger: For men on common heart and blood-pressure drugs, popping one could lead to a stroke, or even death.

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