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Eroxon

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Eroxon

  • Indications
  1. Erectile Dysfunction (FDA approved for age >22 years old)
  • Contraindications
  1. Open peniles skin lesions
  2. Penile deformities
  • Mechanism
  1. Eroxon is a Topical Gel
    1. Classified as a medical device, not a drug, and available OTC
    2. Contains Alcohol, aqua, Glycerin, propylene glycol, carbomer and Potassium Hydroxide
  2. Eroxon is a quickly evaporating agent
    1. Stimulates penile nerves to relax Smooth Muscle
    2. Increases penile Blood Flow
    3. Results in an Erection (marketed to occur within 10 minutes of application)
  • Medications
  1. Eroxon Gel (OTC)
    1. Cost $30 for 4 single use tubes at time of release in 2024
  • Dosing
  1. Apply contents of one single use tube to head of the penis for 15 seconds
  2. Apply immediately before sex
  3. Avoid a second dose in the short-term, but may apply later
  • Drug Interactions
  1. Safe to use with Condoms (latex or polyisoprene) and with lubricants
  2. Unknown safety with contraceptive foams or gels
  • References
  1. (2024) Presc Lett 31(10): 55-56