Understanding ED Treatment Options Together
How ED Medications Work
Viagra and sildenafil contain the same active ingredient that may help improve blood flow to the penis during sexual arousal. It's important to understand that these medications don't cause automatic erections - sexual stimulation and attraction remain essential. The treatment typically works within 30-60 minutes and effects may last 4-6 hours, though this doesn't mean an erection lasts this long.
Choosing Between Viagra and Sildenafil
EverydayMeds offers both branded Viagra and generic sildenafil at checkout, giving couples choice in their treatment approach. Both contain identical active ingredients, with sildenafil often being the more cost-effective option. Your partner can discuss with our UK-licensed prescribers which option might be most suitable during their online consultation.
Supporting the Consultation Process
The online consultation requires honest answers about medical history, current medications, and cardiovascular health. As a supportive partner, you might help create a comfortable environment for this assessment. The prescriber will evaluate whether ED medication is safe and appropriate, considering any contraindications such as heart medications or recent cardiovascular events.
Managing Expectations and Communication
Open communication about treatment expectations helps reduce performance anxiety. ED medication typically requires sexual arousal to be effective, and fatty meals may delay onset. Discussing timing together - usually taking the medication 30-60 minutes before intimacy - can help create a relaxed approach to treatment.
Safety Considerations for Partners
Understanding contraindications helps ensure safe use. ED medications should never be combined with nitrate medications like GTN spray, and partners should be aware of any cardiovascular conditions that might affect suitability. EverydayMeds' clinical assessment evaluates these factors before prescribing.
Supporting Ongoing Treatment
ED medication is typically prescribed in 25mg, 50mg, or 100mg doses, with 50mg being the usual starting point. Supporting your partner through dosage adjustments and follow-up consultations can improve treatment outcomes. Remember that only one dose should be taken per 24-hour period.
