Dapoxetine for premature ejaculation

This refers to men who previously had normal ejaculatory control but later developed PE.

Approach Considerations

Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than prescribed. Dapoxetine is not recommended for use unless you are clinically diagnosed with premature ejaculation. Hence, avoid taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol while you are taking this medicine, as it may increase the risk of side effects. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness.

Relevance to NICE guidance programmes

This medicine may cause a decrease in blood pressure, especially while getting up from a sitting or a lying position. Rise up slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Dapoxetine works by increasing the level of a chemical substance in the nerve endings. Thus it increases the time taken to ejaculate and improves control over ejaculation. Information on this page was last updated on 17 Jan 2022 We’ve made all possible efforts to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date and complete, however, it should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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The medication provides a physiological approach when other methods have not produced adequate results. Men who have attempted behavioural techniques, psychological counselling, or physical exercises without success may consider dapoxetine. Intravaginal Ejaculatory Latency Time (IELT) Below Two Minutes Men who consistently reach climax within two minutes of penetration may be candidates for dapoxetine therapy. The medication can extend this timeframe, allowing for more satisfactory sexual experiences.

What is the satisfaction rate with dapoxetine?

Dapoxetine is not recommended for use if you have moderate to severe liver problems. An impaired liver function may cause accumulation of this medicine in the blood and lead to an increased risk of severe side effects. Since Dapoxetine may interact with many other medicines and cause serious side effects, inform your doctor about all your current medications, including herbs and supplements, before beginning treatment with this medicine. Dapoxetine should not be used by men who have not been clinically diagnosed with premature ejaculation. The safety and efficacy data for delaying ejaculation in healthy men are not established.

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and similar agents

Avoid taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Orthostatic hypotension is a decrease in blood pressure, especially while getting up from a sitting or a lying position. It may make you feel dizzy or faint. Dapoxetine should be used with caution as it may cause orthostatic hypotension. Dapoxetine is not intended for use in children less than 18 years of age.

How to take Priligy

Dapoxetine should be used with caution if you have an active bleeding disorder due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. A seizure is a sudden uncontrolled electrical disturbance in your brain causing uncontrolled jerking of the body. Use Dapoxetine should be used with extreme caution if you have seizures, as this medicine may further trigger a seizure attack. Dapoxetine may cause dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, and fainting. Hence, avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness, such as driving vehicles and operating machines during treatment with this medicine. Men who consistently reach climax within two minutes of penetration may be candidates for dapoxetine therapy. ISSUE 6 DECEMBER New drugDapoxetine for premature ejaculation Approved indication: premature ejaculation Priligy (A Menarini) 30 mg tablets Australian Medicines Handbook section 13.3.2 Delayed ejaculation is an adverse effect of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in men.

Can I get dapoxetine (Priligy) on the NHS?

This medicine is not indicated for use in women and children below 18 years of age. Onset of actionThe time taken for Dapoxetine to show its action is not known. Duration of effectThe time duration for which Dapoxetine remains active in your body is not known. Safe with alcohol?Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Dapoxetine due to the increased risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, impaired ability to think, and loss of consciousness. Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Dapoxetine.

Medication interactions

Usage in pregnancy?Dapoxetine is not intended for use in women. Usage while breast-feeding?Dapoxetine is not intended for use in women. Avoid taking Dapoxetine if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Step 2 — Clinical Review and Diagnostic Screening

Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump a sufficient amount of blood throughout the body. Dapoxetine is not recommended for use if you have heart failure due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Dapoxetine is not recommended for use if you have irregular heart rhythm due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Bipolar disorder is a mental condition with extreme mood swings which include mania (elevated mood, hyperactivity, intense excitement, etc.) and depression (low mood and feeling of sadness). Dapoxetine is not recommended for use if you have a history of bipolar disorder due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Dapoxetine, a short-acting SSRI, is the first drug to be marketed for premature ejaculation. After oral administration, peak plasma concentrations of dapoxetine are reached after an hour.

• Combining dapoxetine with recreational drugs can be dangerous and is not recommended.
• Dapoxetine can improve quality of life in men with PE.
• Always consult a healthcare provider before starting or stopping medication.
• Maintain open communication with your partner about treatment options.
• Lifestyle adjustments, like reducing stress, can complement medication treatment.
• Regular health screenings are advised during dapoxetine therapy.

Elimination is relatively rapid and the terminal half-life is approximately 19 hours.

About Priligy

Lifelong Premature Ejaculation This applies to men who have experienced PE since their first sexual encounters. Dapoxetine helps regulate neurotransmitter activity involved in the ejaculatory reflex, offering control for those with persistent PE. This applies to men who have experienced PE since their first sexual encounters. Acquired Premature Ejaculation This refers to men who previously had normal ejaculatory control but later developed PE. Dapoxetine can help address hormonal or neurological changes that may have contributed to this acquired condition. There have been several randomised controlled trials of dapoxetine for premature ejaculation.1-6 The primary outcome for most of the trials was ‘intravaginal ejaculatory latency time’ measured by the partner using a stopwatch. An analysis of two trials,1 in which 2614 men (aged 18–77 years) were randomised to dapoxetine (30 mg or 60 mg) or placebo (all taken 1–3 hours before intercourse), found that dapoxetine increased intravaginal ejaculatory latency time significantly more than placebo.

• Differential diagnosis: rule out erectile dysfunction, hormonal issues.
• Physical exam is part of assessment but often normal in PE.
• Validated questionnaires (e.g., PEDT) aid in diagnosis and monitoring.
• Treatment goal: satisfactory sexual experience for both partners.
• Dapoxetine addresses the biological, not solely psychological, aspect.
• May reduce performance anxiety secondary to PE.
• Prescribing guidelines emphasize starting at lowest effective dose.
• Long-term data on intermittent use over years is limited.

At baseline, men were required to have an intravaginal ejaculatory latency time of 2 minutes or less at least 75% of the time.

Attribute	Description	Notes
Purpose	Delays ejaculation time during intercourse	Often prescribed for PE
Typical Dosage	30 mg to 60 mg	Taken 1-3 hours before sex
Onset of Action	Within 1-3 hours	Peak effect approximately 1 hour after intake
Duration of Effect	2 to 4 hours	Varies per individual
Common Side Effects	Nausea, dizziness, headache	Usually mild
Contraindications	Use with MAO inhibitors, severe cardiac issues	Consult doctor before use

After 12 weeks, 29% of men taking the 30 mg dose and 34% taking the 60 mg dose had a latency time of 3 minutes or more.

Types of Dosage Available

Hence the likelihood of missing a dose is low. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose of Dapoxetine. Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an overdose with Dapoxetine. All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Cardiovascular considerations

Use of alcohol while taking this medicine may result in moderate to severe impairment of cognition, body movements, and may also cause sleep abnormalities. Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Dapoxetine due to the increased risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, impaired ability to think, and loss of consciousness. Glaucoma is an eye condition caused due to increase in the tadalafil dapoxetine fluid pressure inside your eyeballs. This may lead to blurred vision or blindness if untreated. Dapoxetine should be used with extreme caution if you have glaucoma due to the increased risk of side effects and worsening of your condition.

Introduction and current guidance

Dapoxetine should be used with extreme caution if you have mild to moderate kidney problems. This medicine is eliminated from the body through your kidney. Hence, an impaired kidney function may lead to the accumulation of this medicine in the body and increase the risk of side effects. Take Dapoxetine with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the packaging insert. This was compared to only 14% of men taking placebo.

• Summary: a targeted on-demand treatment for premature ejaculation.
• Requires professional diagnosis and prescription for safe use.
• Most side effects are mild and manageable.
• Serious risks include serotonin syndrome and syncope.
• Improves ejaculatory control and sexual satisfaction.
• Part of a holistic management strategy.
• Patient education on expectations and safety is paramount.
• Regular medical follow-up ensures optimal and safe use.

Men taking dapoxetine perceived that they had better control of ejaculation and were more satisfied with their sexual performance than those taking placebo.

Aspect	Details
Drug Class	Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
Mechanism of Action	Increases serotonin levels in the nervous system, delaying ejaculation
Half-Life	Approximately 19 hours
Metabolism	Liver (via CYP enzymes)
Excretion	Primarily in urine
Interaction Potential	May interact with other serotonergic drugs

In another trial, dapoxetine (60 mg) was compared to paroxetine (20 mg), another SSRI, in 340 men (aged 22–48 years) with premature ejaculation. Treatments were taken each day divided into two doses. After 12 weeks, intravaginal ejaculatory latency times had increased from 38 to 179 seconds for dapoxetine, from 31 seconds to 370 seconds for paroxetine, and from 34 to 55 seconds for placebo. More men reported sexual satisfaction with dapoxetine and paroxetine than with placebo (66% vs 78% vs 16%).

Country	Approval Status	Notes
USA	Approved by FDA for PE	Prescription required
European Union	Approved in several countries	Prescription essential
Australia	Approved for PE	Sold under brand names
India	Available OTC in some pharmacies	Consult healthcare provider before use
Canada	Approved with prescription	Used for PE treatment

A similar trend in sexual satisfaction was seen with partners who were interviewed independently of their husband.