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Erectile Dysfunction Treatment in Gangnam

Assessment, then pills (sildenafil, tadalafil), low-intensity shockwave or penile injections. Most men start with tablets after a short urology visit.

Quick facts
  • Korean name: 발기부전 치료
  • Procedure time: Consultation 15 to 30 minutes; shockwave sessions about 20 minutes
  • Anesthesia: None
  • Sessions: Tablets: as needed or daily. Shockwave: commonly 6 to 12 sessions over 3 to 6 weeks
  • Downtime: None
  • Results: Tablets work in 30 to 60 minutes (sildenafil) or up to 36 hours (tadalafil). Shockwave effects, if any, appear after several weeks
  • Lasts: Tablets work only while taken; shockwave benefits vary and may fade over 1 to 2 years

What is Erectile Dysfunction Treatment?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is common and often linked to blood flow, diabetes, blood pressure, medication or stress. Urology clinics in Gangnam see men privately, often the same day.

Generic sildenafil and tadalafil are widely made in Korea and cost far less than branded versions abroad, but they require a doctor's prescription.

How it works

The doctor takes a history, checks blood pressure and may order blood tests (glucose, lipids, testosterone). First-line treatment is a PDE5 inhibitor such as sildenafil or tadalafil. Men who do not respond may be offered low-intensity shockwave therapy to the penis (usually 6 to 12 short sessions) or self-injection with alprostadil-based medicine, taught in the clinic.

Who it suits

  • Men with new or gradually worsening erection problems
  • Men wanting a prescription for generic PDE5 tablets
  • Those who did not respond well to tablets alone
  • Men with diabetes or vascular risk who need a checkup

Who should skip it or wait

  • Men taking nitrate heart medicines (dangerous with PDE5 tablets)
  • Chest pain during exertion, which needs cardiac review first
  • Men seeking stimulants or unprescribed supplements

Side effects and risks

  • Headache, flushing or nasal congestion with tablets
  • Dangerous blood pressure drop if combined with nitrates
  • Prolonged erection over 4 hours with injections (emergency)
  • Bruising at injection sites

Aftercare

  • Do not mix tablets with nitrates or recreational poppers
  • Limit heavy alcohol, which blunts the effect
  • Seek emergency care for an erection lasting over 4 hours
  • Have blood sugar, lipids and blood pressure checked

Planning around your trip

Carry tablets in the pharmacy box with your prescription, and check your home country's limits on bringing back prescription medicine.

Urology & Men's Health clinics near Apgujeong

Last reviewed October 2026. General information only, not medical advice. A doctor confirms what suits you at consultation.

Erectile Dysfunction Treatment price

Prices for this treatment depend on the doctor's assessment, so clinics quote after consultation. Message us and we collect quotes from clinics near Apgujeong Station.

Erectile Dysfunction Treatment questions

Can I get sildenafil in Korea without seeing a doctor?

No. PDE5 inhibitors are prescription-only in Korea. A short urology or family medicine visit is enough, and pharmacies near the clinic fill the prescription.

Daily tadalafil or on-demand pills?

Daily low-dose tadalafil (5 mg) suits men who want spontaneity or also have prostate symptoms. On-demand sildenafil or tadalafil suits occasional use.

Does shockwave therapy for ED actually work?

Some trials show modest improvement in men with mild vascular ED; results in severe ED are weak. It is not a replacement for tablets and the evidence is still debated.

How many tablets can I take home?

Korean doctors usually prescribe a few months' supply. Your home country sets its own limits for personal import, so check before travel.

Will they check my testosterone?

If you have low libido, fatigue or ED that does not respond to tablets, a morning testosterone blood test is common. Results usually come the next day.

Can stress or jet lag cause ED during a trip?

Yes. Fatigue, alcohol and performance anxiety commonly cause temporary problems. Persistent ED over several months is more likely to have a physical cause worth checking.

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