Sexual health · FAQ
What side effects can sexual health treatments cause?
Short answer
Side effects depend on the treatment. Sildenafil and tadalafil can cause headache, flushing, indigestion, or dizziness. Sprays and creams can cause irritation or numbness, depending on their ingredients. Seek urgent care for chest pain, sudden vision or hearing loss, or an erection lasting more than four hours.
Sildenafil and tadalafil can cause headache, flushing, stuffy nose, indigestion, or dizziness. Tadalafil can also cause back or muscle pain. Sildenafil can cause vision changes. Side effects may be more likely with certain medicines, alcohol, or doses that are too high.
Climax control spray and Arousal cream for women may cause burning, redness, irritation, or numbness, depending on their ingredients. Some topical products can transfer to a partner. Ask the pharmacist how to limit contact and whether the formula is compatible with condoms or other barriers.
Dual-action chew has risks tied to each active ingredient. Review the full ingredient list and medication guide rather than assuming a chew has fewer side effects than a tablet.
Get urgent medical help for chest pain, fainting, sudden vision or hearing loss, or an erection lasting more than four hours. Call 911 for severe symptoms or trouble breathing. Tell emergency staff what you took and when. For less severe side effects, contact your physician before the next dose or application for guidance.
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Written by the Verra clinical team · Medical review pending
General information, not medical advice. If you're in crisis, call or text 988.