WHAT IS ED?
It's more
COMMON THAN YOU MIGHT THINK2



Erection difficulties (ED) happen when a man finds it hard to get or keep an erection that’s firm enough for sex.1 For some, ED symptoms can occur just once in a while. For others, it may be a constant problem. Either way, you should know that you’re not alone. ED is a common condition affecting approximately one in three NZ men aged between 40–70 years.2

While ED is more likely as you age, that doesn't mean you have to accept it as merely a part of getting older.1,3 It is a medical condition that can be managed and treated, so you can take back the things that are important in your love life.3


What if I am experiencing ED?

Experiencing ED can be difficult on personal relationships. It’s hard for partners to understand why you may be withdrawing from physical contact, which can cause a spiral of self-doubt on both sides. They may feel you don’t love them, or find them attractive anymore. Frustration, hurt, and confusion can result from the loss of romance and personal connection that ED can cause.3

There are ways of treating and reducing your ED issues.

Ask your doctor or talk to a qualified pharmacist to see if Vedafil® tablets are right for you.

WHAT
CAUSES
ED?

The first step to is to talk with your GP or Pharmacist. Even if you are embarrassed, remember, your healthcare professional has treated many men with ED before, so you’re not alone.

Male sexual arousal is a complex process that involves the brain, emotions, hormones, nerves, muscles and blood vessels. ED can result from any of these, and sometimes a combination of physical and psychological issues is the cause. In many cases, ED is caused by something physical. Common causes may include.4

  • Emotional & Mental Health

    Stress, anxiety (especially about performance), depression, and relationship issues.

  • Blood Flow

    Conditions like high blood pressure, hardening of the arteries.

  • Hormones & Metabolism

    Diabetes, thyroid problems, and kidney disease.

  • Lifestyle

    Smoking, alcohol, recreational drugs, overweight, lack of exercise

  • Side Effects from Medications

    Some antidepressants, blood pressure medicines, and other medicines may reduce sexual function.

  • Nerve-related conditions

    Such as spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, or surgery for prostate cancer.

Discussions about ED and other men’s health conditions often don’t happen early enough. If you're interested in hearing Duncan Garner speak with New Zealand men about how they have been working through their own health challenges, and the importance of talking about them, click the links below and learn more.



  • *TERMS & CONDITIONS

    The information contained in these podcasts and any statements made herein are for educational purposes only and are of a general nature. They do not constitute medical advice, diagnostic, or therapeutic recommendations. Please consult a healthcare professional for individual medical advice. All views expressed, and any scientific publications referenced, are provided for general informational purposes only , and do not imply endorsement by the sponsor, any publication author or publisher.

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    1. Mayo Clinic (last updated March 01 2025). Erectile dysfunction - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic. Accessed 7th April 2025. Available from www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/symptoms-causes/suc-20355776
    2. Quilter M, et al. Male Sexual Function in New Zealand: A Population-Based Cross-Sectional Survey of the Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction in Men Aged 40-70 Years. J Sex Med 2017;14(7):928-936.
    3. DiMeo PJ. Psychosocial and relationship issues in men with erectile dysfunction. Urol Nurs. 2006 Dec;26(6):442-6, 453; quiz 447.
    4. McMahon CG. Current diagnosis and management of erectile dysfunction. Med J Aust. 2019 Jun;210(10):469-476.
    5. King, R., Juenemann, KP., Levinson, I. et al. Correlations between increased erection hardness and improvements in emotional well-being and satisfaction outcomes in men treated with sildenafil citrate for erectile dysfunction. Int J Impot Res 19, 398-406 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.ijir.3901549
    6. Vedafil Consumer Medicine Information Accessed 17th June 2025. Available from https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/
    7. Viagra Consumer Medicine Information Accessed 17th June 2025. Available from https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/