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To examine sociodemographic characteristics, usage patterns, perceived effects, and product preferences among adult men consuming aphrodisiacs in the absence of erectile dysfunction.

August 19, 2026Journal of Drug Delivery and TherapeuticsOpen Access

Consumption of aphrodisiac drugs without erectile dysfunction among men in the city of Dakar, Senegal: a cross-sectional study

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NDNdèye Absatou Diaw IDIbrahima Diouf ADAwa Ba Diop

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Cross-sectional study uncovers common recreational aphrodisiac use and side effects among young men, highlighting public health risks of unsupervised sexual enhancement.

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To examine sociodemographic characteristics, usage patterns, perceived effects, and product preferences among adult men consuming aphrodisiacs in the absence of erectile dysfunction.
Cross-sectional survey administered via an anonymous, structured online questionnaire.
Sample comprised N=218 adult men residing in Dakar, Senegal, who used aphrodisiacs without having erectile dysfunction.
Natural products were the most commonly used substances (41.7%), followed by pharmaceuticals (35.3%) and combined use (23%), with primary motivations being curiosity (36%), partner influence (23%), and performance enhancement (22%).
Perceived positive effects included improved sexual performance (67.2%), increased endurance (57%), and enhanced self-confidence (43%), alongside frequent adverse effects such as headaches, cardiac palpitations, and dizziness.

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Diaw et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a85636403308d306e2d6813 https://doi.org/10.22270/jddt.v16i8.7910

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August 19, 2026Journal of Drug Delivery and TherapeuticsOpen Access

Consumption of aphrodisiac drugs without erectile dysfunction among men in the city of Dakar, Senegal: a cross-sectional study

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Authors

NDNdèye Absatou Diaw IDIbrahima Diouf ADAwa Ba Diop

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Overview

Cross-sectional study uncovers common recreational aphrodisiac use and side effects among young men, highlighting public health risks of unsupervised sexual enhancement.

Key Points

To examine sociodemographic characteristics, usage patterns, perceived effects, and product preferences among adult men consuming aphrodisiacs in the absence of erectile dysfunction.
Cross-sectional survey administered via an anonymous, structured online questionnaire.
Sample comprised N=218 adult men residing in Dakar, Senegal, who used aphrodisiacs without having erectile dysfunction.
Natural products were the most commonly used substances (41.7%), followed by pharmaceuticals (35.3%) and combined use (23%), with primary motivations being curiosity (36%), partner influence (23%), and performance enhancement (22%).
Perceived positive effects included improved sexual performance (67.2%), increased endurance (57%), and enhanced self-confidence (43%), alongside frequent adverse effects such as headaches, cardiac palpitations, and dizziness.

Cite This Study

Diaw et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a85636403308d306e2d6813 https://doi.org/10.22270/jddt.v16i8.7910

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