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Erectile dysfunction is a common condition, but proven treatments can help restore confidence. At Simple Online Pharmacy, we offer clinically proven ED medications, including tablets and creams, prescribed with expert oversight.
Simply complete our quick online assessment, and our UK-registered doctor will evaluate your suitability. If approved, your prescription is sent to our pharmacy team, who dispense and discreetly deliver your medication straight to your door.
All our ED treatments are sourced from MHRA-licensed UK wholesalers, ensuring they meet the highest safety and effectiveness standards. With no prescription fees and a seamless, confidential service, getting expert-approved treatment has never been easier.
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Overview
What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability for a man to gain or maintain an erection hard or long enough to achieve satisfactory sex.
Failure to gain and maintain an erection for men with ED is incredibly distressing. For men who suffer from this condition, maintaining a healthy sexual relationship can be incredibly challenging and stressful.
Studies suggest that over 50% of men will experience erection problems in their lifetime. While it’s true this usually occurs later in life, ED is said to affect 1 in 4 men under 40 in some way.
Identifying the cause of your ED and addressing the problem is incredibly important. Addressing underlying causes to naturally resolve your ED is ideal. However, in situations where the underlying cause can not be addressed, there are a number of treatment options available for men to overcome this distressing condition.
Erectile Dysfunction Causes
To gain and maintain an erection blow must flow into the penis through a relaxed blood vessel, then stay there by the closing of the blood vessel. When sexual arousal goes away, the vessel opens allowing blood to leave, softening the penis.
There can be a number of causes of erectile dysfunction. These can be split into two major categories Physical and Psychological.
Physical Causes of ED
Narrowing Blood Vessels
Health conditions such as high blood pressure, cholesterol, heart disease and diabetes can all lead to narrowed blood vessels. ED may be the first indication of one of these underlying conditions, this is why we encourage you to talk to your doctor for a full checkup-up with blood tests for all men, especially if you are over 40.
Lifestyle Factors
A poor diet, lack of fitness, excessive alcohol consumption, and smoking are all risk factors for acquiring ED. If these apply to you, addressing them may improve your ED, possibly even cure it.
Age
Unfortunately, it is true that age can contribute to ED. As men get older risk factors for conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low testosterone and others can all begin to play a role in erectile function.
Medicines
Taking medicines that cause changes to blood flow around the body or have side effects which change blood flow or libido can result in ED. Treatments for depression, blood pressure, and hair loss are examples of drugs that may be causing your ED. Do not stop prescribed treatments without consulting your doctor about your treatment options.
Psychological Causes of ED
Depression and Anxiety
ED is more prevalent in men who are suffering from depression. If you feel like you might be depressed you should speak to your doctor about your symptoms. Mental health can greatly affect your ability to get an erection and the underlying depression may need to be treated to improve ED.
Stress and anxiety, even in the short term, can result in ED. With the rising number of men developing anxiety for various working and social reasons, anxiety-related ED has become common. Erectile dysfunction relating to anxiety should resolve once the anxiety has. If you suffer from long term anxiety conditions, counselling and treatment may be needed to overcome ED.
Erectile Dysfunction Treatments
A common question among men with newly presenting ED is, is there a cure for erectile dysfunction? Well, yes and no, many men can “cure” their ED by addressing the main causes behind it. But, for those men who can’t manage the underlying cause or for those who need help while they work on it, there are four ways to treat ED.
Erectile Dysfunction Tablets
The first-line treatments for erectile problems are tablets from the drug class PDE-5 inhibitors. These include:
- Viagra (Sildenafil)
- Cialis (Tadalafil)
- Levitra (Vardenafil)
- Spedra (Avanafil)
- Kamagra - not UK licensed. Sildenafil is the equivalent.
- Vidalista - not UK licensed. Tadalafil is the equivalent.
These ED treatments work by increasing the blood flow to the penis. While this significantly improves the ability to gain and maintain an erection, you still require arousal to gain an erection.
Side effects for these treatments of ED tend to be related to their effect on blood vessels. For this reason, they may not be suitable for patients with low blood pressure and heart conditions. Side effects can include dizziness and headaches.
Injectable and Inserted Drugs for ED
Caverject (Alprostadil) is a drug made by the same company that came up with the original ED treatment, Viagra. Caverject is an injection into the penis. For obvious reasons, this is not the most popular option due to peoples general discomfort around injections, however, it is proven to work significantly faster than the tablet options, only taking around 5-15 minutes to work.
Penis Vacuum Pump Devices
Another alternative to using medication are penis pumps. These can be a little intimidating to use, however they do produce results. For men who are unable to get an erection, a penis pump can be an incredibly effective solution.
They work by creating a vacuum around the penis. This vacuum effect then encourages blood flow into the penis and results in an erection.
Once erect, a ring can be used at the base of the penis to help maintain the erection. Satisfaction with the results vary. Studies show between 50-80% of men are happy with the outcome of using this type of device.
Penile Implants
A penile implant is a device that is surgically placed into the genitals that can be semi-rigid or adjustable for hardening. These devices are quite invasive and are only used in patients who cannot use other treatments, leaving them as the only option for treating erectile dysfunction.
Lifestyle Changes to Improve Erectile Dysfunction
The best treatments for erectile dysfunction are not always drugs, lifestyle changes can sometimes yield the best results. While some may be hard to implement, making them can sometimes have a profound effect on your sex life. Factors that can affect erectile dysfunction include alcohol, smoking, weight and stress. Addressing these factors can not only positively affect your ED issues but also help address other health conditions, such as obesity.
Reducing alcohol and illicit drug intake may positively affect your ability to achieve an erection. Both can interrupt arousal signals from the brain to the body resulting in ED. Talk to your doctor for more ways to decrease consumption of these substances if you believe they may be affecting your sexual health.
Smoking can result in damage to your blood vessels. The resulting poor blood supply to the penis can cause erectile dysfunction. Stopping smoking improves vascular health which often results in improved sexual performance.
Addressing eating habits can also impact your impotence issues. Obese men are approximately 2.5 times more likely to suffer from ED than men who have a normal BMI. Not only will losing weight potentially help your ED, but also reduce your risks of cardiovascular disease.
Pelvic floor exercises, also known as Kegels, result in the strengthening of the muscles around the penis. Strengthening muscles around the penis can improve blood flow which improves erectile function.
Finally, stress has been shown to also impact a man’s ability to achieve an erection. This can be both general stress levels, and anxiety specifically associated with sexual performance. Addressing your stress levels directly, or with the help of a psychologist, can be massively impactful for both ED and your overall health.
Further Reading
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FAQ
General Information
What is erectile dysfunction?
What are common causes of ED?
What treatment options are available for ED?
Usage & Dosage
How are ED medications typically taken?
Can ED medications be taken on a daily basis?
Effectiveness & Results
How quickly do ED treatments work?
What if ED treatment does not work for me?
Side Effects & Safety
What are common side effects of ED medications?
Are there any serious risks associated with ED treatments?
Interactions
Do ED medications interact with other drugs?
Storage
How should I store my ED medications?
Access & Cost
Do I need a prescription for ED treatments?
Can I buy ED treatments online in the UK?
Additional Information
Is ED a natural part of the ageing process?
Can I take Viagra if I have diabetes or cardiovascular diseases?
Can being tired cause erectile dysfunction?
Can alcohol and drugs cause erectile dysfunction?
Can too much masturbation cause erectile dysfunction?
Can a lot of cycling cause erectile dysfunction?
How can I overcome erectile dysfunction?
Which erectile dysfunction drug is best?
What vitamins are good for erectile dysfunction?
Can erectile dysfunction be reversed?
Is ED a natural part of the ageing process?
ED is more common in men over the age of 40. This is because conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and obesity are more prevalent. All of these conditions can be a cause of ED, hence dysfunction can be more prevalent as we age.
Can I take Viagra if I have diabetes or cardiovascular diseases?
It isn't a problem to take Viagra, or other ED treatments if you are suffering from diabetes and other cardiovascular diseases. Levitra is generally the best choice of treatment for diabetics. You always need to check that you’re not on any medicines that can interact with Viagra. When you fill in our online assessment, we can check any medicines you are on are safe with your chosen treatment. Please be sure to answer questions fully and honestly.
Can being tired cause erectile dysfunction?
Yes. When you're tired, both your libido and ability to get or maintain an erection can be affected. The same goes for a lack of fitness.
Can alcohol and drugs cause erectile dysfunction?
Yes - alcohol and drug consumption can increase your chances of experiencing erectile dysfunction.
Can too much masturbation cause Erectile Dysfunction?
Yes - If you’re masturbating several times in a short period of time, then you can experience problems getting an erection.
Can a lot of cycling cause erectile dysfunction?
Yes, excessive cycling can cause erectile dysfunction, particularly if the seat is uncomfortable and applies pressure to the testicles. This is due to pressure on the nerves at the base of the penis. The same can occur if excessively tight clothing is worn for long periods of time, day after day.
How can I overcome erectile dysfunction?
There can be several factors which contribute to erectile dysfunction, which you should consider, such a drug or health induced erectile dysfunction. If you can identify a cause, then eliminating this cause, will reduce the need for medication.
If your dysfunction is persistent, and you have been unable to identify a cause, you can be prescribed prescription medications, such as Viagra or Cialis, to help overcome erectile dysfunction.
Which Erectile Dysfunction Drug Is Best?
Erectile dysfunction drugs have different properties, although all work in the same way. Different people may respond to one type of drug more than another. If cost is a consideration, Sildenafil and Tadalafil are the cheapest, and are the ingredients found in the well known drugs, Viagra and Cialis.
What vitamins are good for erectile dysfunction?
Although there is not as much evidence for user as the main erectile dysfunction drugs, the following vitamins have been thought good to assist men suffering from erectile dysfunction
- Vitamin C - a role in blood flow, which may help erections
- Vitamin E - a role in production of testosterone, may assist with erectile dysfunction
- B - Complex - a role in blood flow, which may help improve erectile function.
Can erectile dysfunction be reversed?
Whether erectile dysfunction is reversable, may depend on the cause. For some underlying health issues, it may be difficult, however analysing lifestyle, may play a big role in whether you can reverse your erectile dysfunction. You can read more information about a recent study done at Adelaide University, on the role of lifestyle factors in erectile dysfunction.
Erectile Dysfunction Treatments Treatment Comparison
| Sildenafil | Viagra | Tadalafil | Cialis | Vardenafil | Levitra | Spedra | |
| Active Ingredient | Sildenafil | Sildenafil | Tadalafil | Tadalafil | Vardenafil | Vardenafil | Avanafil |
| Time to Take Effect | 30-60 mins | 30-60 mins | 15-45 mins | 15-45 mins | 30-60 mins | 30-60 mins | 15-30 mins |
| Duration of Action | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours | 24-36 hours | 24-36 hours | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Unique Feature | Same active ingredient as Viagra | Most well known | Same active ingredient as Cialis | Longest Acting | Used for diabetics | Used for diabetics | Quickest Acting |
| Price Per Tablet | From 78p | From £4.84 | From 67p | From £2.26 | From £2.74 | From £2.97 | From £2.97 |
