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Erectile Dysfunction Treatment

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Erectile Dysfunction solutions made for you

ED is more common than you think. We’re here to help.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is common, but that doesn’t make it easy to talk about. We’re here to help you find the right treatment with expert support and honest guidance.

It’s time to tackle ED and keep on enjoying those intimate moments.

Take control of ED

Expert support you can rely on

With over half of all men experiencing ED at some point in their lives, we’re here to help you find the solution that works for you. Rely on clinically proven treatments with secure & discreet home delivery, just like thousands of our happy patients.

  • “Good range, very competitive prices and reassuring review by Doctor prior to dispensing. Prompt delivery” David
  • “Fast delivery with genuine quality meds. Tadalafil 20mg is excellent. It's the only company that I would buy from. Highly recommend.” Michael
  • “The service is extremely private and the products are delivered in discreet boxes. I couldn't recommend Oxford Online Pharmacy enough.” Jon

What is Erectile Dysfunction?

ED is when a person is unable to get or maintain an erection firm enough to enjoy sexual intercourse. Sometimes there may be an underlying medical condition, psychological factor or a side effect from a medication that causes the ED.

Whether it happens every time you have sex or just occasionally, we can help you.

A flexible range of treatments

When it comes to finding the right ED treatment, there’s more to choose from than the little blue tablet most people have heard of. During your secure online consultation, the doctor will get to understand more about your symptoms and which treatment type might be right for you.

  • Oral tablets: PDE5 inhibitors like Sildenafil and Tadalafil help increase blood flow to the penis, making an erection firmer and last longer. These may be preferred for convenience and effectiveness (70-85% success rate). Best for mild-moderate ED without contraindications. These usually take 30-60 minutes to work and are the most common first-line treatment due to their non-invasive nature and established safety profile.
  • Injections: Medications like Alprostadil injected directly into penis causing almost immediate erections (85-90% success rate). Chosen when oral medications fail or can’t be used. Provides more reliable, stronger erections but requires comfort with self-injection and training on proper technique, which we can support with. Works within minutes.
  • Creams & gels: These are applied directly to penis and may be less effective than pills or injections. They are sometimes preferred for those with medication allergies, needle phobia, or mild ED.

Explore more about the different ED treatment types available in our dedicated erectile dysfunction blog area.

Order ED treatments safely & securely

Peace of mind with our straightforward ordering process

Our 3-step process makes ordering your preferred ED treatment hassle-free and secure.

  1. Complete a confidential online consultation and choose a preferred treatment
  2. A doctor will review your consultation to make sure it’s right for you
  3. If approved, we’ll dispense your treatment and send it via our tracked delivery service

We may need to contact you to confirm a few details before making a treatment decision, or to discuss a more suitable alternative. 

Compare popular ED treatments

Understand the difference between treatments

  Type Dose Works in Lasts for Prescription only?
Viagra (Sildenafil) Oral tablet 1 tablet one hour before sex 30 minutes 4 hours Yes
Cialis (Tadalafil) Oral tablet 1 tablet daily OR 1 tablet 30 minutes before sex Always-working OR up to 60 minutes when taken as needed Ongoing OR 36 hours when taken as needed Yes
Levitra (Vardenafil) Oral tablet 1 tablet as needed 30 minutes 4-5 hours Yes
Spedra (Avanafil) Oral tablet 1 tablet as needed 15-30 minutes Over 4 hours Yes
Sildenafil Eropid Oral tablet 1 tablet as needed 30-60 minutes 4 hours No
Viagra Connect (Sildenafil) Oral tablet 1 tablet as needed 30-60 minutes 4 hours No
Cialis Together (Tadalafil) Oral tablet 1 tablet as needed 30 minutes 36 hours No
Alprostadil Injection Injection 1 injection as needed 5-20 minutes 1 hour Yes
Viridal Duo (Alprostadil) Injection 1 injection as needed 10-15 minutes 1 hour Yes
Eroxon Stimgel Gel 1 tube as needed 10 minutes Long enough for sufficient intercourse Yes
Vitaros (Alprostadil) Cream 1 dose when needed 5-30 minutes 1-2 hours Yes

Remember, the strength of a medication differs depending on the drug. For example, 200mg of Spedra is not “stronger” than 100mg of Viagra.

Each drug isn’t “one size fits all”, and success will depend on the individual person. You may need to try a few different options before finding the right treatment for you.

How do ED treatments work?

Understand the science

Each treatment type works in slightly different ways, but most work by targeting blood flow since erections rely on proper circulation to the penis.

Oral tablets

  • Block an enzyme called PDE5 (phosphodiesterase-5) that normally breaks down cGMP (a chemical that relaxes blood vessels)
  • This allows cGMP to accumulate, keeping blood vessels in the penis dilated
  • Resulting in increased blood flow and improved erections when sexually aroused

Injections

  • Deliver a type of drug called a vasodilator (like alprostadil) directly to erectile tissue
  • These compounds relax smooth muscle and expand blood vessels
  • Create an erection regardless of arousal state
  • Work through direct action rather than requiring sexual stimulation

Creams & gels

  • Contain medications (often similar to injection ingredients) that absorb through penile skin, although Eroxon Stimgel is drug-free.
  • Increase local blood flow and tissue relaxation
  • Can be less effective than other methods as absorption may be inconsistent

References

  1. NHS . Erectile dysfunction (impotence). NHS. 2019
  2. ‌Mark KP, Arenella K, Girard A, Herbenick D, Fu J, Coleman E. Erectile dysfunction prevalence in the United States: report from the 2021 National Survey of Sexual Wellbeing. The journal of sexual medicine. 2024 Feb 26
  3. Çayan S, Kendirci M, Yaman Ö, A?ç? R, Orhan ?, Usta MF, et al. Prevalence of erectile dysfunction in men over 40 years of age in Turkey: Results from the Turkish Society of Andrology Male Sexual Health Study Group. Turkish Journal of Urology. 2017 Jun 1
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Authored on April 30, 2025

Reviewed on April 30, 2025

Kiran Jones

Kiran Jones - MPharm, MRPharmS

Pharmacist / Medical Content Writer

GPhC Number: 2071585

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