The present invention describes novel nitrosated and / or nitrosylated
potassium channel activators, and novel compositions comprising at least one nitrosated and / or nitrosylated
potassium channel activator, and, optionally, at least one compound that donates, transfers or releases
nitric oxide, elevates endogenous levels of
endothelium-derived relaxing factor, stimulates endogenous synthesis of
nitric oxide or is a substrate for
nitric oxide synthase and / or at least one
vasoactive agent. The present invention also provides novel compositions comprising at least one
potassium channel activator, and at least one compound that donates, transfers or releases nitric
oxide, elevates endogenous levels of
endothelium-derived relaxing factor, stimulates endogenous synthesis of nitric
oxide or is a substrate for
nitric oxide synthase and / or at least one
vasoactive agent. The present invention also provides methods for treating or preventing sexual dysfunctions in males and females, for enhancing sexual responses in males and females, and for treating or preventing cardiovascular disorders, cerebrovascular disorders, hypertension,
asthma, baldness,
urinary incontinence,
epilepsy, sleep disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, migraines,
irritable bowel syndrome and
sensitive skin.