Tadalafil
A phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor often prescribed daily at 5mg for psychogenic ED to break the 'vicious cycle' of anxiety, and also for BPH and pulmonary hypertension. It's suggested as a preventative measure for smooth muscle health.
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Improving Male Sexual Health, Function & Fertility | Dr. Michael Eisenberg
Andrew Huberman
An oral phosphodiesterase inhibitor, a first-line treatment for erectile dysfunction, effective for 60-70% of men. Known for its longer half-life (around 20 hours), often marketed as a 'weekend pill'. Also available in low daily doses (2.5-5mg) to help with urinary symptoms and erectile function.
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Peter Attia MD
A phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor drug used as an example to explain drug exposure, half-life, peak and trough levels.
The Science of Healthy Hair, Hair Loss and How to Regrow Hair
Andrew Huberman
A drug initially discovered for prostate health and used for erectile dysfunction at higher doses. Low-dose tadalafil (2.5-5mg) is being used by some doctors to increase blood flow to the scalp to maintain hair, similar to minoxidil, but with fewer cardiovascular side effects.
Tools for Hormone Optimization in Males | Dr. Kyle Gillett
Andrew Huberman
An underrated medication, also a blood pressure medication, prescribed at low doses (2.5-5 mg/day) to improve prostate health and increase androgen receptor density. Can cause slight visual changes at higher doses but is generally safe up to 10 mg/day.
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Peter Attia MD
A phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor often prescribed daily at 5mg for psychogenic ED to break the 'vicious cycle' of anxiety, and also for BPH and pulmonary hypertension. It's suggested as a preventative measure for smooth muscle health.
How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality | Dr. Kyle Gillett
Andrew Huberman
A phosphodiesterase inhibitor with a long half-life (almost a day), commonly used for erectile dysfunction but also prescribed at low doses (2.5-5mg daily) to decrease prostate congestion and improve urinary symptoms in men.
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Generic medication discussed as an example of significant cost savings available through CostPlusDrugs.com.