Erectile Dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence, is a condition where a man regularly struggles to get, or keep an erection.
Erectile Dysfunction is the most common sex-related condition that men report to healthcare providers. Troubles with erections can hinder the male psyche, however, there are plenty of treatment options and medication for Erectile Dysfunction.
Male sexual arousal is a function that relies on the brain, hormones, muscles and blood vessels. Impairments in any of these areas may cause ED. Most cases of Erectile Dysfunction fall into one of the following categories:
If you’re suffering from impotence only in certain situations it’s likely the cause is psychological.
If you’re unable to get an erection under any circumstances, the cause is likely physical and it may be advisable to see a General Practitioner to assess your overall health status.
Erectile Dysfunction is a highly treatable condition. Viagra is the best known treatment however other options such as generic Sildenafil, generic Tadalafil or Spedra exist.
Erectile Dysfunction medication works by encouraging blood flow to the Penis. Patients can buy erectile dysfunction medication online, without having to wait for an appointment with their GP.
Non-medical options such as counselling can help to identify underlying stressors. Penile pumps and vacuum devices can also be useful. These devices help to ‘force’ blood to the penis.
The most commonly used erectile dysfunction medication UK are Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Spedra (or their generic equivalents.) We’ve included a full table of comparison for some of the most popular ED treatments below.
Viagra® | Cialis® | Levitra® | Spedra® | |
Generic available? | Sildenafil | Tadalafil | Vardenafil | No |
Over-The-Counter version? | Viagra Connect | Cialis Together | Vardenafil | No |
Available as daily tablet? | No | Cialis Daily, Vardenafil 2.5mg / 5mg | No | No |
Onset time? | 30-60 mins | 30 mins | 30-60 mins | 15-30 mins |
How long does it last? | 4-6 Hours | Up to 36 hours | 4-6 hours | Up to 6 hours |
Erectile Dysfunction treatment medication can include:
Some physical causes of ED may include:
1. Narrowing of the blood vessels going to the penis – Commonly associated with cardiovascular disease, hypertension, high cholesterol or diabetes.
2. Hormone Imbalances.
3. Injury to the penis.
4. As a side effect from certain medications.
Psychological causes of ED may include:
1. Anxiety, (including ‘performance anxiety’ where an individual may feel pressure before sex.)
2. Other relationship problems.
If you experience Erectile Dysfunction only in certain situations, the underlying cause is likely psychological.
If you are never able to get an erection, it’s likely the cause is physical. It is advisable to consult with your NHS GP in this case.
Erectile Dysfunction medication price varies widely. Often branded medications such as Viagra or Cialis are much more expensive than their generic counterparts. Below is a table of prices of some of the most popular ED treatments available at Meds for Less:
Medication | 4 Doses | 8 Doses | 12 Doses | 16 Doses | 28 Doses |
Viagra 25mg | £19.99 | £29.99 | £44.99 | £54.99 | £89.99 |
Viagra 50mg | £29.99 | £49.99 | £69.99 | £84.99 | £124.99 |
Viagra 100mg | £33.99 | £59.99 | £79.99 | £93.99 | £154.99 |
Vigra Connect 50mg | £18.99 | £33.99 | £50.99 | £63.99 | £111.99 |
Sildenafil 25mg | £8.99 | £13.99 | £23.95 | £29.99 | £47.99 |
Sildenafil 50mg | £8.99 | £13.99 | £27.95 | £29.99 | £47.99 |
Sildenafil 100mg | £15.99 | £26.99 | £35.99 | £44.99 | £71.99 |
Cialis 2.5mg | – | – | – | – | £69.95 |
Cialis 5mg | – | – | – | – | £69.95 |
Cialis 10mg | £35.99 | £71.99 | £107.99 | £143.99 | – |
Cialis 20mg | £35.99 | £71.99 | £107.99 | £143.99 | – |
Tadalafil 2.5mg | – | – | – | – | £20.95 |
Tadalafil 5mg | – | – | – | – | £20.95 |
Tadalafil 10mg | £17.99 | £26.99 | £35.99 | £44.99 | £71.99 |
Tadalafil 20mg | £17.99 | £26.99 | £35.99 | £44.99 | £71.99 |
Vardenafil 5mg | £17.99 | £33.99 | £49.99 | £58.99 | £76.99 |
Vardenafil 10mg | £29.99 | £44.99 | £67.99 | £85.99 | £139.99 |
Vardenafil 20mg | £35.99 | £67.99 | £98.99 | £125.99 | £206.99 |
Spedra 50mg | £22.49 | £44.99 | £58.99 | £77.99 | – |
Spedra 100mg | £26.99 | £49.99 | £71.99 | £89.99 | – |
Spedra 200mg | £33.99 | £62.99 | £94.99 | £121.99 | – |
Vitaros | £54.99 | £114.99 | £169.99 | – | – |
Erectile Dysfunction treatments such as Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, and Spedra are generally well tolerated. Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis (at dosage of 10mg or lower) have less than 2% chance of side effects. Clinical trial data shows the likelihood of side effects with Spedra is marginally higher than 2%.
Spedra (Avanafil) has the fastest onset time of any ED pill. It can take effect as quickly as 15 minutes.
Vitaros (Alprostadil) is an Erectile Dysfunction cream. It’s applied topically to the penis. Vitaros also has a fast onset time of 10-15 mins.
Cialis (generic Tadalafil) is known to last the longest of any ED medication. It lasts up to 36 hours, earning it the nickname “The Weekend Pill.”
Cialis and Tadalafil are also both available in lower dosage 2.5mg & 5mg pills, which are suitable for daily use.
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