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    GlossaryErectile Dysfunction Medications

    pharmaceuticals that help men achieve and maintain an erection

    Erectile Dysfunction Medications, often referred to as ED Medications or Impotence Drugs, are pharmaceutical treatments designed to help men achieve and maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. These medications, such as sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra), work by increasing blood flow to the penis, typically by inhibiting an enzyme called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5).

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      in Minoxidil  420 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user was embarrassed by a pharmacist's loud mention of "minoxidil" for hair loss, sparking a discussion on the stigma and unprofessionalism. Users suggested online purchases or different pharmacies for privacy and reassured that most people don't notice others' purchases.

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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  78 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride, a medication for hair loss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.

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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with finasteride, reporting severe side effects like erectile dysfunction and watery semen, which improved after stopping the medication. They emphasized the risks of finasteride and decided not to resume its use despite hair loss stabilization.

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      in Chat  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.

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      in Treatment  25 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user reported progress in hair growth after 4 months using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and is considering adding RU58841 to block DHT on the scalp. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and mild erectile dysfunction, and take supplements like zinc, iron, fish oil, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin E.