In the pursuit of treatment for sexual performance issues such as erectile dysfunction or early ejaculation, many men investigate options that include the use of pills and
supplements. Do these pills do anything to help the problem or are they just a modern day version of snake oil? Here we’ll take a look at the science behind this approach to determine if it’s an avenue worth investigating.
Herbal Options – How They Work
Herbal supplements are one of the most popular items available on the open market. They are advertised as being able to treat just about any kind of health concern and, in some cases, they have been shown to be of great benefit. But, let’s face it, those cases are often few and far between and they have more to do with ingredients than any specific brand. Weight loss supplements are the best example of this but other health markets have begun to pick up steam as well.
Male enhancement companies have always offered a number of supplements which have been reported to help with everything from problems achieving or maintaining an erection to penis enlargement and everything in between. While some have been roundly disproven to offer any help, others have emerged as being an option worth exploring.
When it comes to early ejaculation, herbal supplements tend to focus on ingredients that increase blood flow while partially decreasing stimulation. This helps men achieve harder, more reliable erections and to improve their overall stamina. The difference between a supplement that works and one that just ends up costing time and money? The quality of their ingredients and how potent the mixtures are. The only real way to know about this is to read through honest reviews and, of course, to try them for yourself. Certain brands are also well known to be worth the money while others tend to be seen as lesser quality. The science behind this approach, however, is actually sound.
The Introduction of Pharmaceuticals
When men don’t want to roll the dice on herbal options, there are always pharmaceutical options to consider. More and more often, doctors are prescribing anti-depressants as a way to treat early ejaculation even if the man isn’t suffering from depression.
At first glance this seems like not such a great idea since the side effects associate with these powerful drugs include:
- stomach upset / nausea
- weight gain
- binge eating
- lowered libido
- general fatigue
- increased sleepiness
- insomnia
- dry mouth
- anxiety
- constipation
- mood swings
- bouts of anger
With this list of side effects, it’s easy to see why many men are reluctant to go on a course of medication.
However, doctors who suggest this route do so only as a temporary measure. The idea is to deal with the immediate problem and then work to uncover the root cause. This gives men – and their partners – near immediate relief from premature ejaculation while still working to address the issue ultimately causing the problem.
What This Means for Men
In terms of using pills, each of these approaches is grounded in logic and science, making them well worth investigation. But it’s also clear that each option brings with it a set of issues and challenges which must be addressed during the treatment.
The bottom line is that there is no easy solution when it comes to treating early ejaculation. Whether a man chooses to pursue natural and holistic options through herbal supplements or to address the issue more aggressively through pharmaceuticals, he will still have to ultimately deal with the underlying cause of his problem. That’s why working with a health care professional must always be a part of any truly successful treatment option. That can mean working with a doctor, a therapist or even an expert in sexual performance and relationships in order to make treatment of premature ejaculation a part of improving a man’s overall sexual health and well-being.
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