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"Certain supplements may help manage erectile dysfunction in men by supporting vascular health, hormone balance, and energy levels."
SUPPLEMENTS THAT MAY BE USED FOR ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION IN MEN
| Supplement | Effect | Dose Range (Daily) | Time of Use |
| L-Arginine | Increases nitric oxide production, dilates blood vessels | 1000–3000 mg | Before workout/sexual activity, empty stomach |
| L-Citrulline | Precursor of arginine; longer-lasting effect | 500–1500 mg | Morning or before exercise |
| Ginseng (Panax) | Enhances sexual arousal and erection quality | 200–400 mg | Morning or noon |
| Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) | May increase free testosterone levels | 400 mg | In the morning, with food |
| ZMA (Zinc + Magnesium + Vitamin B6) | Increases testosterone and improves sleep quality | Zinc: 20–30 mg, Magnesium: 300–450 mg, Vit B6: 6–10 mg | Empty stomach |
| Yohimbine | May be effective in neurogenic erectile dysfunction | 5–10 mg | Under doctor supervision, morning |
| Maca Root | Libido enhancer, energy booster | 1500–3000 mg | In the morning, with food |
| Ginkgo Biloba | Supports erection by increasing blood flow | 120–240 mg | Morning |
| Ashwagandha | Helpful for stress-related erectile problems | 300–600 mg | Evening |
| Omega-3 (Fish Oil) | Supports vascular health | 1000–2000 mg | With meals |
Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Rector Advisor, Vice Dean, and Faculty Member - Istanbul Kent University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Departmant of Pharmocology
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer - University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer - University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal