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Vardenafil
PDE5 Inhibitor
Overview
Vardenafil contains the same active ingredient found in Levitra® and Staxyn®. Taken orally, 30 to 60 minutes prior to sexual activity.
Available in 12mg lozenges, prescription required.
Pros
- Oral medication, easy to take
- Non-invasive ED treatment
- Effective for up to 4 hours
- Works for majority of men with ED
- Can be used if experiencing unwanted side effects with other PDE5s
Cons
- Must be taken 30-60 minutes before intercourse
- Cannot be taken in conjunction with certain heart conditions or medications
- Must avoid consumption of grapefruit products to avoid unwanted side effects
Tadalafil
PDE5 Inhibitor
Overview
Same active ingredient found in Cialis. Taken one hour prior to sexual activity. Effective for up to 36 hours.
Available in 5mg and 20mg tablets or lozenges, prescription required.
Pros
- Oral medication, easy to take
- Non-Invasive
- Timing less important than with Sildenafil
- Timing is not necessary with daily dosing
Cons
- Stays in the body longer if you’re experiencing side effects
Sildenafil
PDE5 Inhibitor
Overview
Same active ingredient found in Viagra®. Taken orally, 30 to 60 minutes prior to sexual activity.
Available in 20mg and 100mg tablets, prescription required.
Pros
- Oral tablet, easy to take
- Non-invasive ED treatment
- Effective for up to 4 hours
- Works for majority of men with ED
- Relatively inexpensive
Cons
- Needs to be taken at least 30-60 minutes before intercourse, so timing is critical
- Cannot be taken with nitrates or if you have advanced cardiovascular disease
