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Quadmix
4-Drug Intracavernosal Injection
Overview
Injection therapy, the most effective treatment for ED, is injected into the shaft of the penis 5-15 minutes prior to intercourse.
4 drug mixture, prescription required.
Pros
- Works for majority of men with ED
- Effective for up to 2 hours
Cons
- Injections may be anxiety-inducing for some
- Can cause priapism (erections lasting longer than 4 hours)
- Penile pain
- Can cause scar tissue at injection site
- Can cause aching sensation in penis (Caused by Alprostadil)
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
Bimix
2-Drug Intracavernosal Injection
Overview
Injection therapy, the most effective treatment for ED, is injected into the shaft of the penis 5-15 minutes prior to intercourse.
2 drug mixture available in 4 formulations, prescription required.
Pros
- Effective for a vast majority of cases of ED
- Effective within 15 minutes until up to about 2-3 hours
- Does not contain Alprostadil (Alprostadil is associated with causing aching in penis for about 20% of men)
Cons
- Injections may be anxiety-inducing for some
- Can cause scar tissue at injection site
- Can cause Priapism (erection lasting longer than 4 hours)
Trimix
3-Drug Intracavernosal Injection
Overview
Injection therapy, the most effective treatment for ED, is injected into the shaft of the penis 5-15 minutes prior to intercourse.
3 drug mixture available in 11 formulations, prescription required.
Pros
- Works for majority of men with ED
- Effective for up to 2 hours
Cons
- Injections may be anxiety-inducing for some
- Can cause priapism (erections lasting longer than 4 hours)
- Penile pain
- Can cause scar tissue at injection site
- Can cause aching sensation in penis (Caused by Alprostadil)
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, 10mg and 20mg tablets and 5mg or 20mg 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
