Everything you need to know about Sildenafil vs Tadalafil for erectile dysfunction | ED pills
By Rena Malik, M.D. · published · 10:18 · 9.3M views when we checked · Clinician: Rena Malik, MD
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What this video covers
This page covers a video of about ten minutes from Rena Malik, M.D., who the channel description calls a urologist and pelvic surgeon. The title frames it as a comparison of sildenafil and tadalafil, two pills used for erectile dysfunction. According to its description, the video asks whether one of the two is better than the other. It also says the video explains how the body produces an erection, how sildenafil (Viagra) was discovered, and how these pills affect an erection.
The chapters show how it is laid out. It starts with a section on how an erection works, then a section on side effects that are common with these medications. A short chapter explains the brand and generic names, Viagra and Cialis, sildenafil and tadalafil. Separate chapters then cover each drug and how it is taken, where the creator describes their regimen. We do not repeat it here. A chapter on data comparing the two follows. The description names a systematic review and meta-analysis of direct comparisons as its source. The last content chapter is titled "What I recommend", so it presents the creator's own view.
The description also carries promotion: a book pre-order, a free live masterclass, appointment booking, a premium membership, merchandise, and affiliate links to an Amazon storefront and discount codes. It includes a disclaimer that the video is educational and not medical advice. This summary is based only on the title, description and chapters, not on the video itself.
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.
Chapters
- 0:26The opening chapter explains how an erection works in the body.
- 2:11A chapter covers side effects that are common with erectile dysfunction medications.
- 5:03Sildenafil and how it is taken get their own chapter, followed by one on tadalafil.
- 7:52A chapter reviews data comparing sildenafil and tadalafil, with a meta-analysis named as the source.
- 9:39The creator closes with their own recommendation.
What it costs today
- FDA-approved and compounded
- No FDA warning letter found
- No state list published
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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