Dapoxetine

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Dapoxetine Uses

Dapoxetine is used in the treatment of depression, premature ejaculation, anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobia and post traumatic stress disorder. It should only be used in men aged between 18 and 64 years.

How Dapoxetine works

Dapoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) which increases the level of serotonin in the nervous system to increase the time taken to ejaculate and improve control over ejaculation.

Common side effects of Dapoxetine

Nausea, Dizziness, Fatigue, Headache, Restlessness, Anxiety, Decreased libido, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Agitation

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Medicine brands for Dapoxetine

Duralast

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹160 to ₹205

2 variant(s)

Dejac

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹195 to ₹195

1 variant(s)

Delvin Formulations Pvt Ltd

₹335 to ₹365

2 variant(s)

Duraject

Akumentis Healthcare Ltd

₹55 to ₹98

2 variant(s)

Long Last

Alpha Digital Health Private Limited

₹139 to ₹139

1 variant(s)

Dapomax

Intra Labs India Pvt Ltd

₹90 to ₹90

1 variant(s)

Poxestay

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

₹121 to ₹199

2 variant(s)

Durastic

Arvantis Pharmaceuticals

₹256 to ₹406

3 variant(s)

Ejalong

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

₹135 to ₹192

2 variant(s)

Duragain

Aaura Care Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

₹337 to ₹337

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Dapoxetine

Dapoxetine should only be taken 1 to 3 hours before sexual activity is anticipated.
Do not take this medicine more than once 24 hours or every day.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Dapoxetine affects you.
Dapoxetine may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It should be used with caution in patients with history of seizures, depression and other psychiatric disorders.
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from erectile dysfunction.
It can take 2-3 weeks for Dapoxetine to start working.
Do not stop treatment suddenly as this may cause upset stomach, flu-like withdrawal symptoms and sleep disturbance.
If your doctor asks you to stop Dapoxetine, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Dapoxetine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
The addiction/dependence potential of Dapoxetine is very less.

Frequently asked questions for Dapoxetine

Q. What does Dapoxetine do?

Dapoxetine increases the time taken to ejaculate and improves the control over ejaculation. This may reduce any frustration or worry about quick ejaculation. Dapoxetine is used to treat premature ejaculation in adult men aged between 18 and 64 years.

Q. Does Dapoxetine cure premature ejaculation?

Yes, Dapoxetine is used to treat premature ejaculation in adult men aged between 18 and 64 years. Premature ejaculation is when a man ejaculates with minimal sexual stimulation and before he wants. This can cause problems for the man and may cause problems in sexual relationships.

Q. Is Dapoxetine a prescription medicine?

Yes, Dapoxetine is a prescription medicine. It is not an over the counter product.

Q. Is Dapoxetine safe?

Yes, Dapoxetine is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Dapoxetine effective?

Dapoxetine is effective if used for the right indication at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the physician/ doctor.

Q. Does Dapoxetine cause erectile dysfunction?

Dapoxetine can commonly cause erectile dysfunction, that is, difficulty in getting or keeping an erection. Please consult your doctor if you experience erectile dysfunction while taking Dapoxetine.

Q. Can I take Dapoxetine with sildenafil?

Dapoxetine, when taken along with sildenafil, may lower your blood pressure, possibly upon standing. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.