Priligy (dapoxetine)

Priligy, a prescription drug developed by Eli Lilly and Company, lets you get a better hold of your mind during sexual activities. Priligy is a prescription-only medicine to help treat symptoms of premature ejaculation (PE), in men aged between 18 and 64. It contains dapoxetine, a 'short-acting selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor' (SSRI). Priligy was the first oral treatment for PE to be licensed in the UK. PE is defined as ejaculation with little stimulation before, during or immediately after penetration. Dapoxetine increases the time it takes for a man to ejaculate and helps improve control over ejaculation. Many men experience PE in their lifetime, and it is nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed of – you may find that talking to your partner or another close friend about it will help normalise what you’re experiencing. There are different options for treating PE, including therapy, self-management techniques, over the counter treatments and taking other medicines which can be prescribed by your GP. If you’re experiencing PE, it’s important to see your GP for a check-up to make sure this isn’t caused by underlying health issues. Treating any underlying medical condition usually helps resolve PE symptoms.

Side Effects

Diarrhoea or constipation • FatigueBeing sick or feeling like you’re going to be sick • Excessive sweating • Dizziness • Headaches • Dry mouth • Blurred vision • Loss of appetite/weight loss • Problems sleeping or drowsiness • Low sex drive • Feeling shaky