Common causes of ED include, heart disease, blood vessel disease, diabetes, certain medications, obesity, smoking, depression, anxiety, stress, and more. Often times ED is caused by a combination of varying factors, while sometimes a specific cause is undetermined

Absolutely, there are many options for treating ED and sexual performance issues. It’s important to be evaluated by a healthcare professional before starting any kind of treatment. This helps ensure any underlying causes have been addressed that may also require treatment.

Between 63% and 82% of patients reported an improvement in their erections after prescribed ED medications. Other PDE5 inhibitors work in a similar way in the body and are also effective. In fact, PDE5 inhibitors are considered one of the mainstays of ED treatment by the American Urological Association

In response to being sexually aroused your body triggers nitric oxide production. This relaxes the blood vessels and smooth muscle in the penis. Blood then rushes into the penis resulting in an erection. The enzyme phosphodiesterase produced by the penis is responsible for shutting this process off when sex is over. ED pills work by blocking PDE5 and preventing its shut-off. This allows you to keep your erection for a longer amount of time.

Overall, clinical studies have demonstrated that no particular ED medication is superior to the others. However, each medication has particular advantages and disadvantages that are important to understand when selecting a treatment option that’s best for you.

Generally, side effects from ED medications are mild and temporary. Common side effects include headaches, flushed skin, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), runny nose, back pain, and upset stomach. Your health care provider can help you address side effects from ED medication such as PDE5 inhibitors.

Throughout North America, ED medications are prescription drugs only and therefore cannot be legally sold over-the-counter. Any website, doctor, or person who sells ED medications without a prescription is breaking the law and may be selling potentially dangerous counterfeit drugs. Nu Image Medical provides access to safe and effective care via our telemedicine platform. This is more convenient than visiting a doctor in person for ED medication, skipping the lines, and the wait. You’ll be connected to a board-licensed medical provider, who will evaluate you and can prescribe ED treatments if approved for your situation.

Diuretics, alpha-blockers, and beta-blockers are some of the high blood pressure medications commonly associated with ED. However, untreated high blood pressure can also cause erectile dysfunction, so it is important to control your blood pressure for your health and your erection. If you start experiencing erectile dysfunction after beginning BP medication, talk to the prescribing doctor.

Long-term ED medications work best when combined with positive lifestyle changes that promote overall health and well-being. Things like a heart-healthy diet, exercise, and avoiding health-harming behaviors like cigarette smoking and reducing alcohol consumption can make a significant difference in your general health and well-being. If your ED is tied to a psychological cause, therapy can provide useful and practical tools that can help in the moment. Therapy may also help you deal with the root cause of anxiety or depression, both of which can impact sexual health and performance.