Dapoxetine: What It Is, How It Works, and What You Need to Know

When you hear Dapoxetine, a short-acting selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) approved specifically for premature ejaculation. Also known as Priligy, it's the only medication in its class designed to delay ejaculation—not to treat erectile dysfunction, but to help men last longer in bed. Unlike Viagra or Cialis, which boost blood flow, Dapoxetine works in the brain. It slows down the signals that trigger ejaculation, giving you more control without affecting your ability to get or keep an erection.

This isn’t just another off-label use of an antidepressant. Dapoxetine was developed and tested specifically for premature ejaculation, with clinical trials showing men could extend intercourse time by 2 to 3 times on average. It’s taken 1 to 3 hours before sex, not daily. That’s why it’s different from SSRIs like sertraline or fluoxetine, which are sometimes prescribed off-label but require daily use and can cause side effects like low libido or emotional blunting. Dapoxetine avoids most of that because it leaves your system quickly. It’s not meant for long-term daily use—it’s a situational tool.

People often confuse it with other ED pills, but Dapoxetine doesn’t fix hard-ons. If you’re struggling with both premature ejaculation and erectile issues, you might need both Dapoxetine and something like sildenafil. That’s why some of the posts here compare Zenegra with other sildenafil options, and others dig into how SSRIs affect sexual function. You’ll also find posts about FAERS reports showing real-world side effects of Dapoxetine, and how patients track their own responses over time. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some men get great results with minimal side effects. Others feel dizzy, nauseous, or get headaches. That’s why knowing your own body matters more than any brochure.

What you’ll find below isn’t just a list of articles—it’s a collection of real insights from people who’ve used Dapoxetine, compared it to alternatives, and figured out what works for them. You’ll see how it stacks up against other treatments, what the data says about safety, and how to spot misleading claims. This isn’t about marketing. It’s about what actually happens when you take this pill—and how to make sense of it.