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Premature Ejaculation

Premature ejaculation (PE) is the most common male sexual complaint worldwide, affecting roughly one in three men at some point. It is defined as ejaculation that occurs sooner than a man or his partner would like, repeatedly causing distress or interpersonal difficulty. It is a medical condition, not a character flaw, and most cases respond well to treatment.

Medicines used to treat Premature Ejaculation

Cenforce D

Sildenafil, Dapoxetine

100/60mg

Cenforce D pairs sildenafil 100mg with dapoxetine 60mg in one tablet, for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. A PDE5 inhibitor plus an SSRI.

FromUS$1.37/ tabletView

Tadapox

Tadalafil, Dapoxetine

20/60mg

Tadapox is tadalafil with dapoxetine in a film-coated tablet for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation, taken as a single dose.

FromUS$1.70/ tabletView

Super Avana

Avanafil, Dapoxetine

100/60mg

Super Avana pairs avanafil with dapoxetine in one tablet, for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. A fast PDE5 inhibitor plus an SSRI.

FromUS$8.55/ tabletView

Priligy

Dapoxetine

30 · 60 · 90mg

Dapoxetine 30mg, 60mg and 90mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of premature ejaculation. A short-acting SSRI taken by mouth.

FromUS$0.99/ tabletView

Poxet

Dapoxetine

30 · 60 · 90mg

Poxet is dapoxetine in 30mg, 60mg and 90mg film-coated tablets for premature ejaculation, a short-acting SSRI taken on demand.

FromUS$0.85/ tabletView

Key points

  • Climax arriving sooner than a man or partner wants, causing repeated distress, marks the condition rather than any personal failing.
  • A lower natural threshold for climax, possibly tied to how serotonin receptors behave, seems to explain cases present since first sexual activity.
  • Nerves about performance and strain within a relationship are frequent triggers, and difficulty with erections can develop alongside as a learnt habit of rushing.
  • A tablet that works through the serotonin system delays climax, while a numbing spray applied beforehand reduces local sensitivity without dulling the erection itself.

What drives it

PE has both psychological and physical roots. Performance anxiety, stress, and relationship tension are frequent triggers, particularly in younger men where cultural pressure around sexual performance can be high. Neurobiological factors also matter: men with lifelong PE appear to have a naturally lower ejaculatory threshold, likely linked to serotonin receptor sensitivity. Erectile difficulties sometimes co-exist, since rushing to ejaculate before losing an erection is a common learnt pattern.

Treatment approaches

Oral medicines work on the serotonin pathway to extend the time to ejaculation. Dapoxetine is the only compound developed specifically for PE; it acts quickly and leaves the body fast, making it suitable for on-demand use. The broader premature ejaculation category in our catalogue includes dapoxetine-based products as well as combination tablets that pair dapoxetine with sildenafil or tadalafil for men who have both PE and erectile dysfunction.

Topical agents offer a different mechanism. Lidocaine-based sprays and creams applied to the penis a few minutes before sex reduce sensitivity locally, delaying ejaculation without affecting erection quality or a partner’s sensation when used correctly.

Behavioural techniques, the squeeze method and start-stop exercises, remain valuable alongside any medicine, particularly for men whose PE is mainly situational or anxiety-driven.

For dapoxetine and the combination tablets, see premature ejaculation treatment.

Further reading

FAQ

What is premature ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation is the most common male sexual complaint worldwide, affecting roughly one in three men at some point. It is defined as ejaculation that occurs sooner than a man or his partner would like, repeatedly causing distress or interpersonal difficulty. It is a medical condition, not a character flaw.

What causes premature ejaculation?

PE has both psychological and physical roots, with performance anxiety, stress and relationship tension as frequent triggers, particularly in younger men. Neurobiological factors also matter, as men with lifelong PE appear to have a naturally lower ejaculatory threshold likely linked to serotonin receptor sensitivity. Erectile difficulties sometimes co-exist because rushing to ejaculate before losing an erection is a common learnt pattern.

How is premature ejaculation treated?

Treatment can include oral medicines that work on the serotonin pathway to extend the time to ejaculation, and topical agents such as lidocaine-based sprays and creams that reduce sensitivity locally. Behavioural techniques, the squeeze method and start-stop exercises, remain valuable alongside any medicine, particularly for men whose PE is mainly situational or anxiety-driven.

What medicines are available for premature ejaculation?

The medicines listed for premature ejaculation include products containing dapoxetine, sildenafil and vardenafil. Examples include Priligy and Poxet. Each product page lists the strengths and forms.

Do you deliver medicines for premature ejaculation to Australia?

Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.

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