Description:

Priligy (Dapoxetine) 30mg & 60mg tablets by Menarini is an oral medication specifically developed and approved for the treatment of premature ejaculation (PE) in adult men aged 18–64 years. It is the first and only medication licensed in many countries for on-demand use to delay ejaculation and improve control over ejaculation during sexual activity. Dapoxetine is a short-acting selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that increases serotonin levels in the brain, thereby delaying the ejaculatory reflex. In Ghana (Accra), Priligy is a prescription medication commonly available in pharmacies for men seeking treatment for lifelong or acquired premature ejaculation.

Prescription: Prescription-only (requires a doctor’s prescription in Ghana; dispensed by pharmacies with Rx; typically prescribed by urologists, sexual health specialists, or general practitioners after assessing suitability, sexual history, and medical conditions; not OTC due to potential side effects, contraindications, and need for patient counselling).

Therapeutic Category:

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) / Premature Ejaculation Treatment .

Active Ingredients/Composition: Each film-coated tablet contains:

• Active ingredient: Dapoxetine hydrochloride – equivalent to 30 mg or 60 mg dapoxetine. Other ingredients (excipients, typical): Lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, macrogol, iron oxides (for coloring – 30mg often light grey, 60mg grey/green). Tablets are film-coated, round/biconvex, and debossed with strength.

Vitamins: None.

Minerals: None.

Variant:

• Priligy 30mg film-coated tablets (starting/lower dose).
• Priligy 60mg film-coated tablets (higher dose for better efficacy if 30mg insufficient). Common pack size: 3, 6, or 12 tablets per pack (usually 3 or 6 for on-demand use). The 30mg is often the initial dose, with 60mg as the alternative.

Consume Type:

Oral – Film-coated tablet (swallow whole with a full glass of water).

Directions/Usage:

• Take 1 tablet (30 mg or 60 mg) 1–3 hours before anticipated sexual activity.
• Do not take more than 1 dose in 24 hours.
• Can be taken with or without food (high-fat meals may delay onset slightly).
• Drink plenty of water when taking to reduce dizziness risk.
• Do not take daily – it is for on-demand use only.
• Start with 30mg; increase to 60mg only if 30mg is ineffective and side effects are tolerable.
• Do not use continuously long-term without medical review.

Common Side Effects: Common:

• Nausea (most frequent).
• Headache.
• Dizziness/light-headedness.
• Diarrhoea.
• Insomnia or drowsiness.
• Fatigue.
• Dry mouth. Less common/serious (seek help): Fainting/syncope (especially if standing up quickly), mood changes, blurred vision, erectile dysfunction, or severe allergic reactions.

Package Type: Blister packs (typically 3 or 6 tablets per pack; 1×3 or 2×3 foil blisters in carton with patient information leaflet and dosing instructions).

Storage Advice: Store at room temperature (below 25–30°C) in original packaging, protected from moisture and light. Keep tightly closed. Out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Contraindicated with:
  • Potent CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, ritonavir).
  • Thioridazine or other drugs that prolong QT interval.
  • MAO inhibitors (risk of serotonin syndrome).
  • Moderate/severe hepatic impairment, severe renal impairment, or heart failure.
• Caution in:
  • History of fainting, low blood pressure, depression, mania, or bleeding disorders.
  • Concurrent use of SSRIs, SNRIs, tramadol, or other serotonergic drugs (serotonin syndrome risk).
• Risk of orthostatic hypotension – rise slowly from sitting/lying.
• Do not take alcohol (increases dizziness, drowsiness, and syncope risk).
• Stop and seek immediate help for fainting, severe dizziness, mood changes, or prolonged painful erection.
• Not for use in women or men without PE.
• Keep out of reach of children (overdose risk).

Product Substitutes: Similar dapoxetine 30mg/60mg tablets in Ghana include:

• Generic dapoxetine 30mg/60mg film-coated tablets (various importers).
• Dapox, Dapoxee, Everlast, Kutub, or other local generics.
• Priligy (original Menarini brand, higher price if stocked). Alternatives: Off-label SSRIs (e.g., paroxetine, sertraline daily use), topical lidocaine/prilocaine sprays, behavioral therapy, or PDE5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil/tadalafil). Consult urologist/sexual health specialist in Accra for alternatives.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Menarini Group (Italy; original developer and brand holder for Priligy dapoxetine). Marketed/distributed in Ghana by Menarini affiliates or local importers/pharmacies (widely stocked as imported product).

Country of Origin:

Italy (original Priligy manufactured in Italy or EU facilities by Menarini; generics from India commonly imported to Ghana).