Urologist Explains How to Use Tadalafil vs Sildenafil the Right Way
By Rena Malik, M.D. · published · 6:32 · 3.7M views when we checked · Clinician: Rena Malik, MD
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What this video covers
This page covers a video from Rena Malik, M.D., who describes herself as a urologist and pelvic surgeon. It was published on 29 April 2023 and runs 6 minutes 32 seconds. The title presents it as a urologist's explanation of how to use tadalafil versus sildenafil. According to its description, it is aimed at viewers who take the "little blue pill" but are not happy with the results, and it covers why erectile dysfunction medicines may fall short and what to do about it.
The chapters show the structure. After a short intro and an opening segment on why these medicines may not be working, the longest section runs from 0:25 to 3:15 and deals with when to take ED medications. A section on the types of ED medications follows until 5:20. A segment on what to avoid while taking them comes next, and a conclusion starts at 6:15. We could not read the captions, so we cannot say what advice is given in each section or how the two drugs are compared.
The description cites two journal papers. One looks at time to onset of vardenafil in orodispersible and film-coated tablets, and the other at the orodispersible sildenafil formulation. That points to onset and formulation as possible themes, though we cannot confirm how they are used. This is the creator's own channel, not a company's. The description promotes a book pre-order, a free live masterclass and affiliate links and discount codes. It also states that the video is educational and not medical advice.
Our summary, written from the video's title, description and chapters (description and chapters), checked 2026-10-31. It reports what the creator presents; it is not medical advice, and the creator's experience may not match yours.
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Which programs let you message a clinician
From each program's own page, read 2026-10-31. "Not found" means we found no statement either way.
| Program | Message a clinician | Cost | From | Visit |
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| Strut Health | YesFree, unlimited follow-ups with a healthcare provider, who you can message from your account.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $16/mo | Visit |
| GoodRx Care | YesYou message your provider from the treatment subscription dashboard; a dose change or a long gap may require a new paid telehealth visit, and no messaging price is stated.source, 2026-10-31 | Not stated | $18/mo | Visit |
| BlueChew | YesYou can message the BlueChew medical team through your account; the page does not say whether it costs anything.source, 2026-10-31 | Not stated | $20/mo | Visit |
| Hims | YesYou can message a provider with questions at any time, for free.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $22/mo | Visit |
| Ro | YesFree, unlimited follow-up messaging with a Ro-affiliated provider after you start treatment.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $32/mo | Visit |
| Maximus | YesEvery protocol includes 24/7 messaging with your care team at no additional cost.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $35.99/mo | Visit |
| Henry Meds | YesYou and your provider exchange messages in a secure patient portal, and ongoing care is part of the plan price.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $50/mo | Visit |
| MangoRx | YesUnlimited access to licensed providers for any concerns, with ongoing provider support listed in the monthly plan; the page does not name the channel.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $59/mo | Visit |
| Rex MD | YesFollow-ups are free once treatment starts; you message your assigned provider through the member portal any time.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $18/mo | Visit |
| Lemonaid Health | YesMessaging with clinical providers is included (stated on the oral minoxidil hair loss page; the ED page does not mention it).source, 2026-10-31 | Included | See review | Visit |
| PeterMD | YesUnlimited free consultations and 24/7 access to your medical team; the page says access and consults, not messaging by name.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | See review | Visit |
| Hone Health | YesUnlimited messaging with your care team, plus a clinician meeting every 3 months, as part of the membership.source, 2026-10-31 | Included in the paid Hone membership | See review | Visit |
| Rugiet | YesYou can message your doctor anytime in the portal, and unlimited follow-ups with your doctor are included in the price.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $99/mo | Visit |
| DudeMeds | Not foundNo statement found on the site about messaging a clinician after starting treatment. | Not stated | See review | Visit |
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