Do supplements work for ED?

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この記事の概要

Supplements and drugs offer different approaches in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED), but there are significant differences in their effectiveness and safety.

Supplements and drugs offer different approaches in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED), but there are significant differences in their effectiveness and safety.

Supplement

  1. Ingredients: Many ED supplements contain arginine, zinc, vitamins, and ginseng. These are ingredients generally expected to improve blood flow.
  2. Effectiveness: The effects of supplements are mild and vary widely from person to person in their effectiveness. Scientific evidence is more limited than for pharmaceuticals, and it may take longer to feel the effects.
  3. Safety and Regulation: Supplements are less regulated than pharmaceuticals and do not go through a rigorous FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approval process. While the risk of side effects is low, quality and purity may not be consistent.

Medical supplies

  1. Ingredients: Sildenafil (Viagra), Tadalafil (Cialis), and other active ingredients that improve blood flow by inhibiting certain enzymes.
  2. Effectiveness: Pharmaceuticals are faster and more potent than supplements, and their effectiveness and safety have been confirmed in numerous clinical trials. It is expected to help with erections within a short period of time after administration.
  3. Safety and Regulatory: Pharmaceuticals are put on the market through a rigorous clinical trial and regulatory process, so they are safe and guaranteed to work, but there are side effects and restrictions on their use in certain health conditions.

Conclusion

Supplements are sometimes chosen by those seeking natural means for mild symptoms, while pharmaceuticals are better suited for severe symptoms of ED or for those seeking rapid improvement. a physician’s diagnosis and consultation is most important when choosing the appropriate treatment for ED. The physician can recommend the best treatment based on your individual health status and symptoms.

医師監修 監修日:2024年9月6日

畠山 聡先生 (はたやま さとし)

医師・医学博士 ヒロクリニック医師

略歴

  • 2016年 大阪市立大学(現:大阪公立大学)卒業
  • 2016年 育和会記念病院
  • 2019年 大阪鉄道病院
  • 2021年 大阪公立大学附属病院
  • 2022年 大阪鉄道病院医長
  • 2023年 ヒロクリニックなんば心斎橋院院長

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  • 日本泌尿器科学会認定の泌尿器科専門医

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