Information about managing and treating erection difficulties

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It's time to front up about
erection problems!

Erectile dysfunction, or ED for short, affects thousands of kiwi men and yet most don't see a healthcare professional about it3. That's a worry, not just because these men might not be enjoying a satisfying sex life, but because ED can be a symptom of a serious underlying health issue. So this year our mission is to get more men fronting up about their ED, understanding what can cause it, who to see about it and how to treat it with Viagra®.

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What Women Want

We talk a lot about ED from a man's perspective but what do women think? Jono makes a guest appearance at an all-women's cross fit class to find out.

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What do New Zealanders know about erection problems?

ED might be a common condition but what do people actually know about it? Jono takes to the street to test the nation.

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THE CONDITION

Many men will find it difficult to get an erection at some point in their lives. However, the occasional let-down is different from having erection problems most of the time. If you are unable to get or keep an erection long enough for satisfying sex you may have the medical condition known as ‘erectile dysfunction’ or ED. But what causes it and why?

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THE SOLUTION

Just because you have ED doesn’t mean you have to put up with it, especially considering it’s treatable. Probably the most well-known treatment is Viagra® which has been used by more than 65 million men with ED worldwide.4

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HOW TO GET
VIAGRA®

If you’re ready to take the first step, it starts with talking to your local healthcare professional. They are trained to treat erection difficulties with understanding and discretion. They are also the only ones in NZ who can prescribe or supply Viagra® to you.

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You’ll receive info on ED, Viagra® (sildenafil), and men's health advice each month. In addition you will find information on what could help your relationship and sex life so you can start to tap into all that good, pleasurable stuff again.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Viagra®?

Viagra® is a medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). In fact, it is the world’s most prescribed treatment for erection difficulties.4

Viagra® is an oral tablet that comes in three strengths, 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg. The most commonly used strength in New Zealand is 100mg. Viagra® can be used once a day. 7

How can I get Viagra®?

Viagra® can be supplied only after consultation with your pharmacist or GP. If you suspect you have some difficulties achieving or keeping erections then rest assured you are not alone. Click here to find out whether you are best to talk to your pharmacist or GP.

Beware of buying Viagra® off an unknown overseas website – it could be a counterfeit product and may not be safe.8 

How does Viagra® work?

Viagra® is a medicine that treats ED physically by increasing blood flow to the penis. With Viagra®, you must be sexually stimulated to get an erection.

How long will it take for Viagra® to work?

For some men it begins working in as early as 14 minutes and for most within 30 minutes. It only works when you are sexually stimulated but you may take it up to four hours before sexual activity. Orgasm and ejaculation occur as normal and after sex your erection should go away. For most men Viagra® works on the first or second attempt.5.6