About Erectile Dysfunction
It's more common than you think
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to get or maintain an erection. It happens to millions of men at all ages. But there’s good news! ED isn’t the end of your sex life. We can help with clinically proven prescription treatment available online.
52%
of men ages 40-70 experience some form of erectile dysfunction in their life.
52% of men ages 40-70 experience some form of erectile dysfunction in their life (Feldman, 1999). Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to get or maintain an erection. It happens to millions of men at all ages. But there’s good news! ED isn’t the end of your sex life. We can help with clinically proven prescription treatment available online.
There are many common causes of ED, including heart disease, blood vessel disease, diabetes, certain medications, obesity, cigarette smoking, depression, anxiety, stress, and more. Sometimes ED is caused by a combination of factors, and sometimes a specific cause is never determined. Here is what causes erectile dysfunction.
Yes, there are several options for treating ED including branded Viagra (sildenafil), generic Viagra, and Cialis (tadalafil). Before starting any kind of treatment, it's important to be evaluated by a healthcare professional for possible underlying causes that might also require treatment.
Viagra and generic Viagra have the same active ingredient: sildenafil citrate. Both medications work similarly in the body and have similar side effects. However, they differ in price.
Viagra and generic Viagra come in doses of 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg. Generic Viagra is cheaper than Viagra, but some men may prefer taking the branded version. Here are the main differences between Viagra and Sildenafil.
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Viagra
Sildenafil
Starting at $90/dose on a recurring plan*
Viagra, a type of medication known as a PDE5 inhibitor, is used to treat erectile dysfunction. Choose this option if you want the brand name medication from Pfizer. Learn more about Viagra.
Generic Viagra
Sildenafil
Starting at $4/dose on a recurring plan*
Generic Viagra and Viagra are both FDA-approved and contain the same active ingredient - sildenafil. The difference? Generic Viagra is up to 90% cheaper than Viagra. Learn more about generic Viagra.
Generic Cialis
Tadalafil
Starting at $8/dose on a recurring plan*
Generic Cialis and Cialis are both FDA-approved and contain the same active ingredient - tadalafil. The difference is price. Tadalafil can be taken daily or as-needed. Learn more about generic Cialis.
Cialis
Tadalafil
Starting at $20/dose on a recurring plan
Cialis, a type of medication known as a PDE5 inhibitor, is used to treat erectile dysfunction. It can be taken daily or as-needed, and it lasts up to 36 hours. Learn more about Cialis.
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74% of patients saw improvements*
"My experience with Ro has been an absolute pleasure. It's very convenient. I have improved my relationships. I'm not spending hundreds and hundreds of dollars on treatment. It's very affordable."
JASON B.
"I’ve used Ro for about one year. It's been very successful. I use it for periodic ED and I always have confidence that it's going to work. It never failed! "
RICK V.
"The Ro experience is great and super easy. It brought me and my wife together a little closer, being married for 18 years. That feels good! Thank you. Ro, I appreciate everything and appreciate the doctors. "
SETH H.
"I can have my prescriptions delivered directly to me, no driving to the doctor's office. They've done a great job with their physicians, consulting me about my specific needs. If they can help, they can help me, they can help you."
VINCENT A.
* 74% of patients taking the 50 mg dose of Viagra reported an improvement in their erections (source).
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FAQ: Erectile dysfunction
Is ED medication effective?
According to Viagra's FDA-approved prescribing information, between 63% and 84% of patients reported an improvement in their erections after taking Viagra.
What is the difference between Viagra and the generic of Viagra?
Viagra and the generic of Viagra have the same active ingredient: sildenafil citrate. Both medications work similarly in the body and have similar side effects. However, they differ in price.
Viagra and generic of Viagra come in doses of 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg. The generic of Viagra is cheaper than Viagra, but some men may prefer taking the branded version.
What is the difference between sildenafil citrate and tadalafil?
Sildenafil citrate is the active ingredient in Viagra, the generic of Viagra, and sildenafil. Tadalafil is the active ingredient in Cialis and generic Cialis. The main difference between the medications is how long they last. Sildenafil citrate usually takes about 30 minutes to one hour to start working and then lasts for about four hours. Tadalafil usually takes 30 minutes to two hours to start working and then lasts for about 36 hours.
Can I take ED medication more than once per day?
ED medication should not be taken more than once in a 24-hour period.
Will ED medication automatically give me an erection?
No, ED medication will not automatically give you an erection. You still need to be sexually aroused or stimulated to achieve an erection—ED medication simply makes this process easier when the time is right.
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