{"product_id":"vitaros-cream-erectile-dysfunction","title":"Vitaros (alprostadil) cream","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Vitaros and how does it work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/mens-health-advice\/what-is-vitaros-cream-ed\"\u003eVitaros\u003c\/a\u003e is a cream that treats erectile dysfunction. It contains the active ingredient alprostadil which increases the levels of a naturally occurring chemical in the penis. This causes the blood vessels in the penis to swell and should give you a firmer and longer lasting erection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/advice\/esnm50\/chapter\/Key-points-from-the-evidence\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIn studies 52%\u003c\/a\u003e men have reported improved erections after using the cream. When using the ED cream bear in mind that it does not resolve the underlying physical cause of your ED or increase your sexual desire. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment for: Erectile dysfunction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow you can get it: Prescription\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive ingredient: Alprostadil\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosages: 4, 8, 12, 16\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in: 5-30 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective for: 52% of men\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon side effects: irritation, redness, swelling \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow effective is ED cream?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudies have shown that Vitaros treats ED in 52% of men.\u003c\/strong\u003e The cream allows men to have erections hard enough and for long enough to have satisfying sex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/files\/vitaros---statistics_600x600.webp?v=1743520155\" alt=\"Vitaros treats erectile dysfunction in 52 percent of men\" style=\"margin: auto; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you urinate after applying Vitaros, this can reduce its effectiveness. So make sure you have a wee before you apply the cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also advise trying an ED treatment 8 times before giving up or \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/mens-health-advice\/viagra-alternative\"\u003eseeking an alternative\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the side effects of Vitaros?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all medication some people will experience side effects when using Vitaros. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon side effects (1 in 10 people) include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurning, aching or pain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTingling or throbbing numbness\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedness\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRash\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenital itching\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwelling\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflammation (balantitis)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUncommon but potentially serious side effects (Up to 1 in 100 people):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight-headedness\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFainting\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDizziness\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease in sensitivity or lack of sensation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProlonged erection for more than 4 hours\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow blood pressure or rapid pulse\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePain at the application site\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePain in scrotum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrethral stenosis\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrinary tract inflammation \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full information on side effects and correct use, see the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/files\/pil.13937.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. If you’re worried about any side effects message us through your account or contact your prescriber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill my partner know I’m using Vitaros?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should let your partner know you are using Vitaros. ED is nothing to be ashamed of and your partner will be able to support you through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemale partners may also experience side effects, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild vaginal burning or itching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaginitis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a water-based lubricant may help make vaginal sex easier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a risk of abnormal pregnancy, and you must use latex condoms if your partner is of childbearing age, pregnant or breastfeeding. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Vitaros\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitaros works in 5 to 30 minutes, but it won’t give you an erection if you’re not aroused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash and dry your hands.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold your penis upright. Gently squeeze the tip of your penis to widen the opening. If you're uncircumcised, retract your foreskin.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the tip of the applicator as close as possible to and directly over the opening of the penis (urethra). Do not insert the tip of the applicator into the urethra.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully push down the plunger with your thumb or finger, until all the cream is in the opening of the urethra.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently push any excess cream on the surrounding skin into the urethral opening with a clean finger. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou shouldn’t use Vitaros cream with any other ED treatments. Also do not use it more than once and no more than 3 times a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt must be stored in a fridge - do not freeze. The cream lasts only 3 days at room temperature, after that it may not work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat dose of Vitaros is right for me?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitaros comes in as a cream in a strength of 3mg\/g. Each individual 100mg container holds a full dose. Vitaros cream is available in different pack sizes containing 4, 8, 12 and 16 doses. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the cream in the 100mg container should be applied to the opening of the urethra with the applicator or a clean finger for the best effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlternative ED treatments\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you often struggle to get and keep an erection, you may have erectile dysfunction. This can be caused by high blood pressure, stress and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/mens-health-advice\/erectile-dysfunction-causes\"\u003eother factors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome men find counselling helpful to treat psychological causes for ED. There are also lots of treatments available for erectile dysfunction such as Viagra. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/erectile-dysfunction\"\u003eView all our ED treatments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Vitaros does not work for you, contact us via your account so that we can discuss your treatment options. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"300mcg \/ 4 doses","offer_id":42726835323068,"sku":"3631","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mcg \/ 8 doses","offer_id":42726835355836,"sku":"3632","price":126.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mcg \/ 12 doses","offer_id":42726835388604,"sku":"3629","price":183.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mcg \/ 16 doses","offer_id":42726835421372,"sku":"3630","price":234.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/Vitaros_creamErectile_dysfunction_treatment.jpg?v=1743590715","url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/products\/vitaros-cream-erectile-dysfunction","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}