Main content Injected Medicines for Erection Problems

    Injected Medicines for Erection Problems



    Examples

    Brand NameGeneric NameChemical Name
    Caverject, Edex alprostadil
    Bimix alprostadil and phentolamine
    Bimix papaverine and phentolamine
    Trimix papaverine and phentolamine and alprostadil

    The medicines in Bimix and Trimix must be mixed together by the pharmacist.

    You inject this medicine into the side of the penis with a tiny needle.

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    Your doctor may give you a trial use of this medicine while you are in the office. This allows the doctor to see how well the medicine works for you, see whether you can use it properly, and check for adverse reactions, such as a painfully long-lasting erection (priapism) or an allergic reaction.



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