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Daily Mail
05-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Man aged 102 becomes oldest in Britain to be prescribed Viagra on NHS - one of a record 250,000 over-80s getting the little blue pills on the taxpayer
A 102-year-old man has become the oldest man in Britain to have been prescribed Viagra on the NHS. Figures show that the randy man was one of 250,000 over-80s to be handed the blue pill on the taxpayer's dime. However, according to an analysis by the Mirror, there could be a greater number of elderly men quietly forking out to buy the bedroom-boosting pill privately. According to data from 106 clinical commissioning groups across England, last year, the health service issued 4.71million prescriptions to help men in the bedroom - costing a jaw-dropping £16.9million. Men in the 60s were the most common age group to get the 'blue pill'. It comes as new data suggests dating sites and apps have increasingly catered to older people looking for some action. Viagra's most famous user was Playboy founder Hugh Hefner, who continued to take the pill well into his 80s before dying aged 91. It was said it caused his hearing loss, one of several known side effects along with dizziness and changes to vision. The drug's active ingredient, sildenafil, was originally developed to treat high blood pressure in the lungs but was later found to boost blood flow elsewhere in the body, helping men maintain erections for up to two hours. It now also features in Hezkue, the world's first oral spray for erectile dysfunction, launched recently in the UK and costing £60 a bottle. The NHS advises that most men over 18 can safely take sildenafil, though it warns that those who have suffered a recent heart attack or stroke could face serious side effects. Frank Furedi, professor of sociology at the University of Kent, previously said of older Viagra users: 'Contemporary culture sends out the signal that sex is for life. 'A lot of elderly men feel they must have a full-on sex life by any means necessary. They are fast becoming "generation Viagra".'
Daily Record
05-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Man, 102, becomes oldest in Britain to be given Viagra on the NHS
A man of 102 is the oldest in Britain to be given Viagra on the NHS, as figures show a record number of over-80s have been prescribed the drug in the last year. A 102 year old man has become the oldest person in Britain to receive Viagra on the NHS. He stands out in statistics revealing a record-breaking 250,000 prescriptions of the drug were given to those over 80 last year, although this figure could be just the very beginning, with more senior Romeos potentially purchasing the bedroom aid privately. Our scrutiny of figures from 106 clinical commissioning groups across England disclosed the NHS prescribed a staggering 4.71 million courses last year to boost men's performance – costing £16.9 million. Those in their sixties topped the charts for receiving the most number of the renowned "blue pill," used to combat erectile dysfunction. These findings emerge as online dating services and hookup applications are increasingly welcoming to seniors seeking intimate encounters. The most well-known geriatric user of Viagra was Hugh Hefner, the founder of Playboy magazine, who enjoyed legendary get-togethers with his Playmates at opulent residences. Hefner passed away in 2017 at age 91, with his hearing impairment allegedly linked to his use of these pills – other potential adverse effects include colour blindness and vertigo. Sildenafil, the key compound in Viagra, was originally crafted in the 1990s as a medication for pulmonary arterial hypertension, reports the Mirror. The active ingredient was also discovered to block the breakdown of a molecule that increases blood flow in various parts of the body, potentially resulting in arousal that could last up to two hours. The UK has seen the launch of Hezkue, a novel oral spray to battle erectile dysfunction that retails for £60. According to NHS guidance, sildenafil is generally safe for most men over 18 to use, but those who have recently suffered from a heart attack or stroke are cautioned due to heightened risk of adverse effects. Offering his insights on mature users of Viagra, Professor of Sociology at the University of Kent, Frank Furedi, observed: "Contemporary culture sends out the signal that sex is for life. A lot of elderly man feel they must have a full-on sex life by any means necessary. They are fast becoming 'generation Viagra'."
Daily Mirror
05-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Man, 102, becomes oldest in Britain to be given Viagra on the NHS
The spirited centenarian popped up in figures showing a record 250,000 prescriptions for the drug given to over-80s. But they may just be the tip of the iceberg, as other ageing lotharios could have bought the performance-boosting pill privately A man of 102 is the oldest in Britain to be given Viagra on the NHS. The spirited centenarian popped up in figures showing a record 250,000 prescriptions for the drug given to over-80s. But they may just be the tip of the iceberg, as other ageing lotharios could have bought the performance-boosting pill privately. Our analysis of data from 106 clinical commissioning groups across England showed the NHS issued 4.71 million prescriptions last year to give men a helping hand in the bedroom – at a cost of £16.9million. Those in their 60s were given the highest number of the acclaimed 'blue pill," which tackles erectile dysfunction. The analysis comes as dating sites and hook-up apps increasingly cater to older people looking for sex. The most famous elderly Viagra-popper was Hugh Hefner, who founded the Playboy empire and was famed for the wild parties with his Playboy Playmates at his luxury mansions. He died in 2017 aged 91. His hearing loss was blamed on the pills – while other side effects can include colour blindness and dizziness. The active ingredient in Viagra, sildenafil, was first developed in the 1990s to treat high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. But it was also found to stop the body from breaking down a molecule responsible for boosting blood flow in other parts of the body – leading to arousal lasting up to two hours. Sildenafil is also used in Hezkue, a world-first oral spray for erectile problems that has just been launched in the UK and costs £60. The NHS website advises that most men aged 18 and over can safely take sildenafil – but warns that a recent heart attack or stroke could increase the danger of side effects. Frank Furedi, professor of sociology at the University of Kent, previously said of older Viagra users: 'Contemporary culture sends out the signal that sex is for life. A lot of elderly man feel they must have a full-on sex life by any means necessary. They are fast becoming 'generation Viagra'.'
Daily Mail
02-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Now available - 'Viagra' spray that can trigger male arousal in just 10 minutes...would you try it?
A world-first oral spray that combats erectile dysfunction within roughly 10 minutes has launched in the UK, and costs £60. Called Hezkue, the liquid contains sildenafil, which is the same active ingredient in the iconic little blue pill, Viagra. However, because it is a liquid spray, clinical studies found it can work within as little as 12 minutes. Absorption can begin within five minutes of taking the spray, and on average it can trigger male arousal sufficient for sex within 25 minutes. It's a fraction of the time compared to the tablet forms of sildenafil which can take up to an hour to kick in. The pharmaceutical firm behind the product, Aspargo Labs Inc, say the product, which is sprayed into the mouth, also allows for dosage flexibility. The prescription-only medicine comes in two strengths; a recommended starting dose of 50mg, and a stronger solution of 100mg. Each 30ml bottle contains enough medicine for 24 doses, meaning that if the standard dosage of four 'pumps' is taken, it can last for six sex sessions. The product also been given the green light in Spain, Germany, Ireland and the Netherlands, and the company has applied for approval in the US. This means the spray has a price-per-use cost of £10. However, if the medicine has proved to be ineffective at the standard dose, clinicians may advise to try six pumps up to a maximum dose of eight. The manufacturers of Hezkue say that it is 'discrete and portable' as unlike tablets there is no need for a glass of water to take the product, and it is 'easy-to-carry'. It is exclusively available via a medical consultant prescribing it from the Pharmacy2U Online Doctor and Lloyds Pharmacy Online Doctor services. They are also looking to expand to Switzerland, other parts as the EU, as well as Latin America and the MENA regions, which includes the Middle East and North Africa. It is thought more than four million men in the UK suffer from ED, also known as impotence—which is when a man has difficulty getting or maintaining an erection. Sildenafil was first developed in the 1990s as a heart disease medication, but trial participants noticed it had an unusual side effect—frequent erections. In second place, was those aged between 16 and 24, with one in three experiencing over half of all sexual encounters. Despite popular belief, it isn't older men who experience erectile dysfunction the most, according to a recent study of 1,000 men by Click2Pharmacy. Less than half of men aged 55 or above struggled with impotence and less than one in five (18.2 per cent) experienced it more than half of the time, they found. Surprisingly, it was most common in young men, between the ages of 25 and 34, with three quarters having experienced it. Of the same age, 40 per cent experienced impotence during more than half of sexual encounters. In 2023 there were 4.57million NHS prescriptions in England for sildenafil, and other types of drugs. This was a new record level high, which experts said was likely due to due to tumbling drug prices and patients being less embarrassed to ask for help. NHS chiefs spent a total of £16.4million providing drugs to treat erectile dysfunction in 2023, about £3.60 per script, though pack sizes can vary. Even though there has been a record high number of prescriptions, the cost to the taxpayer was actually lower than that recorded in 2014. The condition isn't just all in men's heads—according to the British Association of Urological Surgeons, 90 per cent of cases stem from underlying physical issues. These experts found the most common underlying causes were heart disease (40 per cent), diabetes (33 per cent) and hormone problems (11 per cent). Other treatments to improve they highlighted were weight loss, increased exercise, and lifestyle change like drinking less alcohol. While most cases of erectile dysfunction are isolated and nothing to worry about, repeated or sustained impotency should be checked out by a GP. On the latest product, Michael S. Demurjian, Chairman and CEO of Aspargo Laboratories, Inc., said: 'It offers patients a new solution not seen in other available treatments, including traditional options such as pills, gels, injections, and strips.' Group Chief Medical Officer Kieran Seyan for Pharmacy2U and Lloyds Pharmacy Online Doctor added: 'We see first-hand how many people are seeking discreet, accessible ways to address their health concerns. Hezkue is an innovative alternative to traditional tablets.' In response to the new product release, Professor David Ralph, Urologist at University College London said: 'ED is a common and often distressing condition that can significantly impact a man's quality of life and emotional wellbeing. 'While effective treatments exist, barriers such as timing, convenience, and patient adherence can limit outcomes.
