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ED Meds - prescription challenges!

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Posted 18 Jul 2025 at 16:51

So I had my RALP at the end of March and am recovering well, continence basically back to 100% unless something untoward happens, but absolutely no progress with the ED.

I've been on Tadafil 5mg daily since surgery, and surgeon recommended doing this for 3 months, then moving up to 20mg if no response/reaction.

I contacted my GP last week to request the 20mg be prescribed, and today I was told some story about it not being the local ICB policy and it had to be prescribed by the hospital!  

I'm following up with both hospital and ICB as this seems like a load of nonsense but was wondering if anyone else had similar problems getting the recommended medications actually prescribed?

 

 

User
Posted 18 Jul 2025 at 19:13
Hi Oxfordblue,

Yes I had the same situation almost but over penis injections. The hospital prescribed the injection wrongly and I ended up only getting one injection per prescription. The hospital told me to take it up with my GP and the GP told me to talk to the hospital. In my case I wasn't a big fan of the injection, so rather than fight, I settled for doing without.

I so hope you manage to knock their heads together and get a better result.

I do think the medics in general don't really seem that interested in helping ED. The response I got was 'we dealt with the cancer, what more do you want?' Thankfully I have found other methods to get an erection (Vacuum Pump). Equally we have discovered the joy of making love in alternative and loving ways.

User
Posted 19 Jul 2025 at 08:22

Hi,

I was in a similar situation following my operation. Being in the middle of tadalafil ping pong, it went on for months. I resorted to buying it from an online pharmacy until eventually I got my surgeon to write to my GP requesting tadalafil on repeat prescription. 

There are a few online pharmacies, I recall just ticking boxes agreeing to T&Cs and that I'd consulted a doctor. 

Good luck, 

Kev.

Edited by member 19 Jul 2025 at 08:23  | Reason: Typo

User
Posted 30 Oct 2025 at 04:59

It sounds frustrating to deal with prescription issues, especially after your recovery from RALP. It's not uncommon for patients to encounter challenges with medication prescriptions, particularly when it involves policies from local health authorities or Integrated Care Boards (ICBs).

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Many people have faced similar situations where local policies affect access to medications like Tadalafil. It's good that you're following up with both the hospital and the ICB to clarify the situation and ensure you receive the recommended dosage.

In the meantime, consider discussing your concerns with your surgeon or a urologist at the hospital—they may be able to advocate on your behalf or provide alternative solutions. Keeping a record of your communications can also help in resolving the issue more efficiently. Good luck!

Edited by member 03 Nov 2025 at 03:31  | Reason: Not specified

 
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