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What Affects the Price of ED Tablets?

Several factors influence the cost of ED tablets in the UK. Generic medicines such as sildenafil and tadalafil are significantly cheaper than their branded equivalents (Viagra and Cialis) because they contain the same active ingredient but are manufactured after the original patent expires [3][4]. The strength of the tablet also affects price: higher-dose tablets (e.g. sildenafil 100mg or tadalafil 20mg) typically cost more per tablet than lower doses, though they may offer better value if your prescriber recommends splitting them.

The manufacturer matters too. Teva and other established generic manufacturers produce high-quality medicines at competitive prices. Branded products like Viagra and Spedra command premium prices due to research and marketing costs. At Cured Pharmacy, we stock a range of options to suit different budgets, and our first-order discount code Ednew reduces every price by 20%, making treatment accessible whether you're a student, on a tight budget, or simply looking for the best value.

ED Tablets Student Discount: How to Save on Your First Order

Cured Pharmacy offers a 20% discount on your first order when you use code Ednew at checkout. This applies to all ED tablets, bringing the price of generic sildenafil down to £0.36 per tablet and tadalafil to £6.36. While we don't offer a specific ongoing student discount scheme, the first-order saving is available to everyone, including students, and represents genuine value compared to high-street prices.

To order, complete a short online consultation form detailing your medical history, current medicines, and any health conditions. A UK-registered prescriber reviews every consultation to ensure the treatment is safe and suitable for you. If approved, your medicine is dispensed by our GPhC-registered pharmacy (9012511) and delivered discreetly to your door. The entire process is confidential, convenient, and designed to make ED treatment affordable and accessible.

Who Can Use the First-Order Discount?

The code Ednew is available to all new customers at Cured Pharmacy, regardless of age, occupation, or student status. You simply enter the code during checkout to receive 20% off your first order. There are no restrictions based on the product you choose, so whether you opt for the most affordable generic sildenafil or a branded option like Viagra, the discount applies. This makes it easier to try ED treatment without a large upfront cost, and you can reorder at our standard competitive prices once you know which medicine works best for you.

How ED Tablets Are Supplied: Strengths and Formats

All licensed oral ED medicines in the UK are PDE5 inhibitors, which work by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual arousal [1]. Sildenafil (generic Viagra) is available in 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg tablets; you take one about an hour before sex, and it works for around four to six hours [3]. Tadalafil (generic Cialis) comes in two formats: on-demand tablets (10mg or 20mg taken at least 30 minutes before sex, with effects lasting up to 36 hours) and daily low-dose tablets (2.5mg or 5mg taken every day) [4].

Vardenafil (generic Levitra) is supplied as 5mg, 10mg, or 20mg tablets, taken 25 to 60 minutes before sex [5]. Avanafil (Spedra) is available in 50mg, 100mg, and 200mg strengths and is the fastest-acting option, working in as little as 15 to 30 minutes [6][11]. All these medicines require sexual stimulation to work and should be taken no more than once a day. Your prescriber will recommend the most suitable strength and type based on your health, other medicines, and how spontaneous you want your treatment to be.

Generic vs Branded: What's the Difference?

Generic medicines contain exactly the same active ingredient, in the same dose, as the branded version and meet the same rigorous UK safety and quality standards. Sildenafil is the generic name for Viagra; tadalafil is the generic for Cialis. The main difference is price: generics are much cheaper because manufacturers do not have to recoup research costs. At Cured Pharmacy, generic sildenafil starts at £0.45 per tablet (£0.36 with code Ednew), while branded Viagra costs £37.95. Both are equally effective, so choosing a generic can save you significant money without compromising on quality or results.

What you need to know

• Generic sildenafil costs £0.36 per tablet with first-order code Ednew (20% off).
• All ED tablets require a prescription after an online consultation with a UK prescriber.
• Tadalafil lasts up to 36 hours; sildenafil works for four to six hours.
• Never take ED tablets with nitrates, nicorandil, riociguat, or poppers—dangerous blood pressure drop.
• Generics contain the same active ingredient as branded Viagra or Cialis at a fraction of the cost.

Ordering Safely: The Online Consultation Process

ED tablets are prescription-only medicines, so you cannot buy them without a clinical assessment. At Cured Pharmacy, the process is straightforward and confidential. You complete an online consultation form that asks about your general health, any heart or blood-pressure conditions, current medicines, and whether you have any allergies. This information is essential because some medicines and health conditions mean ED tablets are not safe for you [1][2].

A UK-registered prescriber (a doctor or independent prescriber pharmacist) reviews your answers. They check for interactions with other medicines—such as nitrates, alpha-blockers, or potent CYP3A4 inhibitors—and ensure the treatment is clinically appropriate [3][4][5]. If approved, your prescription is sent to our pharmacy team, who dispense and dispatch your order in plain, discreet packaging. If the prescriber has any concerns, they may ask follow-up questions or suggest you see your GP. This process protects your safety and ensures you receive the right treatment at the right dose.

What You Need to Declare: Medicines and Health Conditions

You must tell the prescriber about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, herbal remedies, and recreational substances. Never take PDE5 inhibitors if you use nitrates (such as GTN spray, isosorbide mononitrate, or isosorbide dinitrate), nicorandil, riociguat, or amyl/alkyl nitrites (poppers), as the combination can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure [3][4][5][6]. If you take alpha-blockers (e.g. tamsulosin, doxazosin) for prostate or blood-pressure problems, you may still be able to use ED tablets, but you must be stable on the alpha-blocker and start on the lowest PDE5 dose.

Potent CYP3A4 inhibitors—including ritonavil, cobicistat, Paxlovid, ketoconazole, itraconazole, and clarithromycin—can raise PDE5 levels and increase the risk of side effects. Your prescriber will adjust the dose or choose a different medicine if necessary. Declare all blood-pressure medicines, as they can add to the blood-pressure-lowering effect of ED tablets. Do not stop or change any prescribed medicine without advice. If you are unsure about a medicine you take, the prescriber will check it during the consultation to ensure your safety.

When ED Tablets Are Not Suitable

ED tablets are not safe for everyone. They should not be used if you have been advised that sexual activity is inadvisable—for example, if you have had a recent heart attack or stroke, unstable angina, severe heart failure, or very low blood pressure [1][2]. They are also contraindicated if you have a history of non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION), a rare condition causing sudden vision loss, or certain inherited retinal disorders. If you have severe liver or kidney problems, dose adjustments or alternative treatments may be needed. Always be honest in your consultation so the prescriber can make a safe decision.

When to get urgent help

• Erection lasting more than 4 hours (priapism)—go to A&E immediately to prevent permanent damage.
• Sudden loss of vision or hearing—stop the medicine and seek urgent medical advice.
• Chest pain during or after sex—call 999; do not take nitrate medicines if you have used a PDE5 inhibitor in the last 24-48 hours.
• Severe dizziness, fainting, or signs of a serious allergic reaction (swelling of face, lips, throat, difficulty breathing)—call 999.

Call 999 or go to A&E in an emergency, or contact NHS 111 for urgent advice.

Affordable ED Tablets: Comparing Your Options

Choosing the right ED tablet depends on your lifestyle, budget, and how you prefer to take your medicine. Sildenafil is the most affordable option and works well for most men; it is ideal if you can plan sex around an hour in advance [3]. Tadalafil offers more flexibility: the on-demand version lasts up to 36 hours, so you don't need to time it as precisely, and the daily version means you can be ready for sex at any time without taking a tablet beforehand [4].

Vardenafil and avanafil are alternatives if sildenafil or tadalafil do not suit you. Avanafil (Spedra) is the fastest-acting option, which some men find helpful for spontaneity [6][11]. Branded Viagra and Cialis are also available if you prefer them, though the generic versions are equally effective and much cheaper. Our comparison table below shows the range of treatments, strengths, and prices at Cured Pharmacy, including the first-order discount with code Ednew. Remember, all these medicines require sexual stimulation to work, and you should not take more than one PDE5 inhibitor in a 24-hour period.