Erectile Dysfunction Prescription | 30+ Informed Questions

Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get or maintain an erection firm enough for sexual activity. It can be occasional or ongoing and may have physical or psychological causes.

Erectile Dysfunction can be caused by stress, anxiety, diabetes, high blood pressure, low testosterone, smoking, excessive alcohol, obesity or certain medications.

Easily receive a prescription for erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment with Online Doctor SA. Simply complete your clinical form and await assessment from our registered doctors who will then send your prescription to your email.

Online Doctor SA offers one of the most affordable telemedicine services in South Africa. Receive prescriptions for various medical conditions, including erectile dysfunction, for just R250.

Common prescription treatments for erectile dysfunction include Sildenafil (Viagra) and Tadalafil (Cialis). Your treating doctor will choose the best option based on your health and preferences.

It’s only safe when prescribed by a registered doctor through a licensed telemedicine service like Online Doctor SA. Avoid unregulated or illegal websites.

Yes, psychological factors like performance anxiety, relationship issues, and stress can contribute to ED. In such cases, lifestyle changes or therapy may also help.

Sildenafil and tadalafil usually take about 30-60 minutes to work. Tadalafil may take slightly longer in some individuals, but lasts up to 36 hours.

Not necessarily. Many cases can be diagnosed and treated via online consultation. If further testing is needed, referral to a urologist may be necessary.

Sometimes, yes. Erectile dysfunction may indicate underlying health issues like diabetes, heart disease, or hormonal imbalances. A medical review helps rule out serious causes.

Quitting smoking, exercising, managing stress, losing weight (if overweight), and limiting alcohol can significantly improve erectile function.

Yes, Online Doctor SA offers a quick and easy erectile dysfunction script process online.

ED can affect men of all ages. In younger men, it is often linked to psychological factors like anxiety or lifestyle habits such as smoking and alcohol use.

Many cases of ED are treatable with lifestyle changes, medication, or therapy. It depends on the underlying cause.

Yes. Erectile dysfunction medications like Sildenafil (Viagra) and Tadalafil (Cialis) require a valid prescription from a registered doctor in South Africa.

It depends on your specific condition and medications. Erectile dysfunction treatments can interact with heart medications like nitrates, so a doctor must assess your suitability.

This depends on the medication. Sildenafil and Tadalafil are usually taken once a day when needed. Always follow your doctor’s advice.

Some over-the-counter treatment like ginseng, L-arginine, shilajit, ashwagandha, tribulus terrestris, horny goat weed, ginkgo biloba and tongkat ali may help, but the research for their effectiveness is limited. These remedies are less effective than prescription treatments.

If your ED treatment is not working, speak to your doctor. The dose may need adjustment, or there could be an underlying issue that needs addressing.

Moderate alcohol intake is generally safe, but excessive drinking can reduce the effectiveness of ED medications and worsen symptoms.

Oral prescription medications work within 30-60 minutes. Long-term improvements from lifestyle changes or therapy may take several weeks.

Yes. Your personal and medical details are kept confidential and secure in accordance with POPIA regulations in South Africa.

Contraindications to Sildenafil and Tadalafil include:
– Allergies to the medication
– Severe kidney disease
– Severe liver disease
– Certain heart conditions
– Angina (chest pain)
– Heart failure
– Uncontrolled arrhythmia (palpitations)
– Uncontrolled high blood pressure
– History of stroke within the last 6 months
– Low blood pressure
– Patients with non-arteric anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION)
– Use with certain medications e.g. nitrates, nitrites, nitric oxide donors

Potential side effects of Sildenafil and Tadalafil include:
Headache, flushing, indigestion, nasal congestion, dizziness, muscle/back pain.
Rare but serious side effects include vision changes (blurred vision, loss of vision), hearing loss, prolonged painful erection (priapism), stroke, myocardial infarction, allergic reaction, severe skin rash. If you experience any of these, stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention. Always read the medication leaflet before use.

Sexual stimulation is required in order to achieve an erection while using Sildenafil or Tadalafil. An erection will usually not occur without sufficient stimulation.

Sildenafil and Tadalafil are great options to treat erectile dysfunction. Tadalafil may be preferred in some individuals due to its longer duration of effect.

– Tadalafil is also approved to treat symptoms of BPH (enlarged prostate), such as difficulty urinating or urinary frequency. It improves both erectile function and urinary symptoms in men with both conditions.
– Tadalafil can be taken daily in a low dose (e.g. 2.5mg-5mg). This offers continuous relief for ED or BPH without the need to plan around each dose.
– Early research suggests that tadalafil may offer benefits in blood vessel flexibility, circulation, and possibly heart failure management in select patients.
– Like sildenafil, tadalafil can help depression-related sexual dysfunction in some men. A few small studies suggest PDE5 inhibitors like tadalafil might have mood-enhancing effects in patients with depression-related sexual dysfunction, especially in combination with antidepressants. However, these effects are not considered direct antidepressant effects.

– Sildenafil can be used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs, improving exercise capacity and delaying disease progression.
– By increasing blood flow and oxygen delivery, it can help patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension or other cardiovascular limitations perform better during physical activity.
– Sildenafil may reduce symptoms in people with Raynaud’s by dilating blood vessels and improving blood flow to fingers and toes.
– It can improve the function of the inner lining of blood vessels, which can potentially reduce cardiovascular risk over time.
– In some men with depression-related sexual dysfunction (especially due to SSRIs), sildenafil has been shown to restore sexual function and improve quality of life.

The price of Sildenafil varies per pharmacy, chosen brand, dose and number of tablets required per month. For a 12 tablet pack of Sildenafil, the cost is generally between R300 – R600 per month. For the latest pricing, please contact your local pharmacies.

The price of Tadalafil varies per pharmacy, chosen brand, dose and number of tablets required per month. Tadalafil often comes in larger packs than Sildenafil, making it more affordable long term. For a 28 tablet pack of Tadalafil, the cost is generally between R350 – R800 per month. For the latest pricing, please contact your local pharmacies.

No, it is legally required to obtain a prescription from a registered doctor in order to purchase erectile dysfunction treatment such as Sildenafil (Viagra) or Tadalafil (Cialis) in South Africa. Easily receive a prescription for erectile dysfunction treatment online for just R250, from www.onlinedoctorsa.co.za