Erectile dysfunction (ED) doesn’t just happen once. The South African Family Practice journal (2019) and the South African Medical Journal (2024) say that this medical condition is linked to poor blood flow, diabetes, or stress and can be treated with sex pills depending on the cause.
Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5), also called an enzyme, controls blood flow pressure in the lungs, blood vessels, and penis.
PDE5 pills like Viagra (sildenafil) improve blood flow to the penis, but using them without a medical diagnosis hides the cause and could delay getting the right medical care or make health problems worse.
SAHPRA ONLY APPROVED THREE SEX PILLS
As of 2025, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has approved three ED drugs: sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra).
These medications work by improving blood flow during arousal. Herbal sex pills, often sold online, remain unregulated and unsupported by any peer-reviewed evidence.
THE USE ED PILLS SAFELY
According to Basic and Clinical Andrology, sex pills for ED should be taken 30 to 60 minutes before sex and no more than once every 24 hours.
Never mix them with alcohol, nitrates, or energy drinks; the combination can dangerously lower your blood pressure. Common side effects from misuse include headaches, flushing, and blurred vision.
SERIOUS HEALTH RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH ONLINE SEX PILLS
SAHPRA issued a public alert in 2019 warning against unregistered erectile dysfunction (ED) pills sold online. Researchers found many to be counterfeit, some lacking active ingredients and others containing undeclared, harmful substances.
International health agencies, including the FDA, have confirmed similar risks. Doctors warn that using sex pills recreationally, especially without a prescription, may lead to psychological dependence in younger men.
Often sold illegally, these products circumvent safety regulations and pose serious health risks to unsuspecting consumers across South Africa.
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