Erectile Dysfunction Treatment and Support
Struggling to get, or keep, an erection isn’t something most men want to talk about, but it’s far more common than you’d think. Erectile dysfunction (ED), also called impotence, affects most men at some point in their lives, and it becomes more likely once you’re past 40. The good news is that it’s usually very treatable, and a quick, private chat with your pharmacist is often all it takes to get things moving in the right direction.
What Causes Erectile Dysfunction?
ED happens when blood flow to the penis isn’t strong enough, or doesn’t last long enough, to keep an erection going. It can be linked to physical causes such as high blood pressure, diabetes or poor circulation, though stress, anxiety, and lifestyle factors like smoking or drinking too much also play a part. More often than not, it’s a mix of the two.
How We Can Help
If you think you might be dealing with ED, our pharmacists can talk you through your options in a private consultation room, no GP appointment needed. We’ll ask a few questions about your health and medical history to work out which treatment suits you best. Where a pharmacy medicine isn’t the right fit, we’ll point you towards the appropriate service instead.
This is a private service rather than an NHS one, so there’s a cost involved, but many men find the convenience and discretion well worth it. Prescription treatments such as Viagra, Cialis and Levitra, along with generic sildenafil, all work in broadly the same way by helping the blood vessels in the penis relax and stay open, allowing blood to flow more easily.
Viagra Connect: No Prescription Needed
Viagra Connect is the pharmacy-only version of Viagra, and it doesn’t need a prescription. It’s licensed for men aged 18 and over, and it’s now available in packs of 2, 4 or 8, all at the 50mg strength. Before supplying it, one of our pharmacists will ask you to complete a short, confidential questionnaire to check it’s safe and suitable for you.
Ready to Talk?
Pop into the pharmacy, or get in touch, and we’ll take it from there. Straightforward, private, no fuss.
Confidential erectile dysfunction advice and treatment is available for eligible patients in Hillside, Harrow Road and nearby areas, including Ealing, Acton, Notting Hill, Harlesden, Harrow, Wembley, Neasden and Cricklewood.