User Reviews for Alprostadil

Also known as: Caverject, Caverject Impulse, Edex, Edex Refill, Muse, Prostin VR Pediatric

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Review by IrishSam (taken for 1 to 6 months): User Rating:  
   
9.0

Muse (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Tried this as an alternative to phosphodiesterase inhibitors (Levitra and such, just because I get some side effects from these and wanted to see if got better results for less side effects). Slightly awkward application, sticking a plastic stick down, though I rather like the sensation. Have to say it works REALLY well for me, a bit of penile pain in the area where the pellet is deposited in the urethra, but really quick onset of erection (no need for stimulation at all) and a really firm erection. 500mcg dose is good for me. Also keeps me hard for a good while after climax, so feel ready to go again after a bit of a breather!

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January 21, 2013 8:52 AM
Review by Anonymous (taken for 1 to 6 months): User Rating:  
   
10

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: After having my prostrate removed, I could not get an erection. Viagra and Cialis did not work. The next step was injections, which the Dr. recommended Edex. The injection was painless and I had a great erection. I had an erection for 6 hours, which I have to tell you, it is not a pleasure, but after reducing the dose in half it's much better. I highly recommend Edex. The Dr. gave me an Edex card, which took care of the co-pay and ended up costing me nothing.

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November 4, 2012 7:18 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: My erection is as firm as it was when I was a teenager. It lasts 2.5 hours. It delays my ejaculation for quite sometime.

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September 18, 2012 1:17 PM
Review by happycustomer (taken for less than 1 month): User Rating:  
   
9.0

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Used Edex for the first time today. I'm 52. I have low testosterone (350), but no other chronic health issues. My erectile dysfunction is mostly psychological. Doctor gave me a few 20mcg samples. Decided to use a very small dose (about 0.25ml or about 5mcg) since it was my first use. Had a nice hard erection in about 3 minutes, and it lasted about 60 mins. Needle insertion was painless. Small bruise at the insertion site. No pain at all, until about 45 minutes into my erection when I started to have a dull pain in the shaft of my penis. I assume that was due to being erect for 60 mins for the first time in 20 years. Edex was easy to use, worked great for me. Try it !

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August 24, 2012 11:07 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

alprostadil for Erectile Dysfunction: Excellent results; no side effects.

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July 1, 2012 9:22 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Excellent results in the first try; removing years of disappointments. As a diabetic, the use of needles is not new but I was unsure of this location and possible errors. It was easy, accurate and without side effects.

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January 11, 2012 1:25 PM
Review by Foxy Grandma:

Muse (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: If you are not using a condom, your partner may experience painful vaginal itching or burning. If your partner is pregnant, you should use a condom during sexual intercourse because this medicine has not been tested during human pregnancy.

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December 19, 2011 9:16 PM
Review by Froidee: User Rating:  
   
10

alprostadil for Erectile Dysfunction: For 23 years I have used Prostglandin E1, Aprostadil or Prostin. It changed my whole sex life from quick before it goes down to long and slow. You have to be careful you learn the proper way to take your injection, that is important, and DON'T TAKE TOO MUCH. I have had 6 hour erections that are painful. Take your shots out with you, step into a bathroom and your good to go 10 minutes later. My wife says it the greatest invention ever. No side effects like Viagra no flushing. My face goes purple on Viagra. Start out with small injections and work up to the right dose.

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October 25, 2011 8:29 PM
Review by JayHBee:

Caverject (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Prostrate completely removed at age 50, erection nerves were cut as well. Caverject injection most reliable to achieve results. Started with 20 mcg strength but moved to 40 mcg strength bottle of dry power to get more servings per bottle. 40 mcg is diluted with 200 cc sterile water and provides 10 events a 20 cc increments. Results usually last about an hour but firmness is dimishing with age. 15 years experience using caverject. I mix myself. I am now 65.

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September 15, 2011 5:05 PM
Review by extraextraodinary: User Rating:  
   
10

Caverject (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: When used correctly it works well within the 60 to 90 minute time for satisfactory and excellent results. Quick injections and within 10 minutes, you are ready.

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August 31, 2011 8:34 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Caverject Impulse (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: It feels really good to get an erection quickly and you can keep it without going limp. Caverject works, you need to get the injection site down, no problem.

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August 10, 2011 11:00 PM
Review by Oldster: User Rating:  
   
10

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Tried it last night with great trepidation. I am generally a nervous guy about everything and had high apprehension about injecting myself, getting a 10 hour boner, etc. Happy to say that it was super easy to use. I got a 10Mcg kit and was afraid of a priapus so I injected 5mcg (which you can do). I carefully put pressure on the area I injected for a few minutes and got no bruising. I only got very slight burning that lasted 30 seconds and went away with the aforementioned gentle pressure. Got a wonderful erection that lasted about 2 hours. I was glad I didn't inject the whole ten mcgs! Didn't need to. I am 62 and I think most of my problem is psychological. Sometimes Viagra just won't work for.

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June 4, 2011 9:08 PM
Review by happy person: User Rating:  
   
9.0

alprostadil for Erectile Dysfunction: I have been using alprostadil 20mg. I find the single injection pack takes a lot longer to use and puts you off with changing needles etc. With the new dual chamber units with the screw tops so much quicker and easier.

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December 19, 2010 12:19 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

alprostadil for Erectile Dysfunction: I've been using Alprostadil for about a year now due to erectile dysfunction caused by nerve damage from surgery. It took a while to get the dosage right, but after a bit I was able to deal it in. Although very effective, I have a slow reaction to it. Slow coming up (30-40 minutes) and slow going down (about 2 hours). Hence the 9 out of 10.

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November 4, 2010 9:10 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Caverject Impulse (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Very dependable - works everytime once you learn how to inject properly. Results start after 15 minutes and last up to almost 2 hours for me. My wife and I love it!

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September 11, 2010 2:13 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
8.0

Muse (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Not as effective as Caverject but a lot easier to use

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September 11, 2010 2:06 PM
Review by Anonymous:

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: I use EDEX 40mg and take a 10 mg Levitra. I can sustain an erection easily for one hour. I hold off climax as long as possible. When I feel that I may lose my erection I hasten to a climax. Usually stays erect for a little while after climax. I am pretty satisfied with the product. No side effects from EDEX but have a heavy head from the Levitra. I am 75.

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September 2, 2010 3:36 AM
Review by Kristopher Thomas: User Rating:  
   
10

alprostadil for Erectile Dysfunction: I had difficulties achieving a full rigid erection since my teens and never found satisfactory treatments until I was 23 when I emotionally opened up to my doctor with tears. I was sent for a Doppler scan of my penis to figure out what's going on. It turned out my left artery on the left side is narrow and I had a birth defect. My doctor showed me how to inject myself and found my dose of 14 mcg. I have not changed the dosage for 14 years. Viagra, Cialis etc. do not help me due to the birth defect. I use the prostaglandin E1 carefully and I think it's a great. I gave it 10 rating. It works.

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August 29, 2010 8:16 PM
Review by wifeluvsit: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Muse (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Due to the blood pressure medicines I take, I cannot tolerate Viagra or Cialis. I tried my 1st MUSE (500mg) a few days ago. Since it was my 1st dose, my wife and I about missed the window. I don't believe the 500mg will be enough in the future. I suspect I'll need the 1000mg. The erection wasn't quite as firm as the Viagra and Cialis. But because it had little or no side effect with respect to my blood pressure, it will be a winner for us.

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April 26, 2010 2:49 PM
Review by AZ Ed: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Sometimes causes a small bruise (pencil point size) to as large as 1 inch by 4 inches (twice). Must add, very infrequently bruised, as I've learned to be careful at the injection site. Been using 40mg Edex for about 6 years. Like it better than Caverject (5 years) for ease of injection and preparation. Twice had gotten bent needles, but called Edex, and the medication was replaced free through my provider. Sometimes use a "ring" with the medication. Gave a 9 instead of 10 because of bruising.

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July 20, 2009 10:40 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: The only thing keeping me from giving it a 10 is the price. At $25.00/injection it's a little much. I get the 20mcg and use 1/2 pre-shot.The pain is a lot less if you use insealant needles. It works for me every time.

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June 19, 2009 10:25 PM
Review by richlo: User Rating:  
   
10

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Tested today with the urologist. I'm a 38 year old diabetic in great shape actually but have erectile dysfunction and nothing seems to work. They prescribed a 20mcg of Edex. We tried it at 10mcg. Seems to work really well.

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April 24, 2009 9:58 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
7.0

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: The drug has been consistently effective for me at 20mcg. I find the provided injector is much more difficult to use for a low-pain injection than the one provided with 'Caverject'.

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February 25, 2009 3:47 AM
Review by Better Al:

Edex (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Edex works well. I started with 20mg then 40mg. I found the 20mg is good. I did get it in the vein twice and boy what a Black and Blue Mark.

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February 2, 2009 10:21 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Caverject Impulse (alprostadil) for Erectile Dysfunction: Works everytime. The only drawback is that if you don't hit the proper insertion point it's a waste of medication. It's not always available at many local pharmacies. Otherwise I love it and my partner loves it too.

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November 20, 2008 2:31 AM
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