What are some of the main medical treatments for male sexual dysfunction?

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    Last Updated: October 30, 2023

    Depending on the condition, a variety of medical treatments may be used:[1]

    ConditionMedical Treatments
    Premature ejaculationSelective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) Topical anesthetics (e.g., lidocaine)
    Delayed ejaculationCessation of medications that may cause delayed ejaculation (e.g., SSRIs, opioids)
    Erectile dysfunctionPhosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil, vardenafil, tadalafil)
    Low libidoTestosterone replacement therapy and/or cessation of libido-reducing medications (e.g., SSRIs, opioids)

    Additionally, sexual dysfunction can be secondary to some other issue, such as depression, cardiovascular disease, or hypogonadism (i.e., low testosterone).

    References

    1. ^Cleveland ClinicSexual Dysfunction