{"id":400028,"date":"2023-07-20T12:20:09","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T12:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/?p=400028"},"modified":"2025-10-30T07:28:12","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T07:28:12","slug":"what-causes-a-man-not-to-erect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/what-causes-a-man-not-to-erect\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes A Man Not To Erect? Common Causes And Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A guy may experience difficulties obtaining or keeping an erection occasionally when sexually stimulated.<br><br>When men can&#8217;t achieve an erection for sexual activity, they have Erectile Dysfunction (ED).<br><br>Due to this condition, most men get ashamed and irritated.<br><br>However, if men don&#8217;t get an erection most of the time, they should consult a doctor.<br><br>The article below will tell what causes a man not to erect.<br><br>Further, we will read about certain medications\u2019 role in causing erectile difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"inability-to-get-erect\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inability to get erect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a man\u2019s life, at some point, he may face difficulty achieving or maintaining an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/erection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">erection<\/a>.&nbsp;<br><br>It usually happens when a man cannot achieve or maintain an erection strong enough to have sexual intercourse.<br><br>However, if <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/erectile-dysfunction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Erectile Dysfunction<\/a> lasts, it may stress you out, lower your confidence, and complicate your relationships.&nbsp;<br><br>It is suggestible to consult your doctor if you have concerns related to Erectile Dysfunction.&nbsp;<br><br>Treating the underlying cause can help cure Erectile Dysfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"goodr-1573520359\"><!-- ===== GRX 4-Product Strip Dynamic API \u2014 GoodRxMedicine ===== -->\r\n<div class=\"grx-ss\" aria-label=\"Related products\">\r\n  <style>\r\n    .grx-ss{\r\n      --gap:12px;\r\n      --radius:12px;\r\n      --border:#d5d7da;\r\n      --muted:#717680;\r\n      --title:#181d27;\r\n      --price:#32c900;\r\n      --btn:#4107a1;\r\n      --btn-h:#32067c;\r\n      --btn-txt:#fff;\r\n      --shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(9,30,66,.06);\r\n   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because of conditions that can damage the blood vessels and nerves in charge of obtaining an erection.<br><br>Medical conditions listed below are among the physical causes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heart disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High cholesterol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High blood pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liver or kidney illness&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Injury to the spinal cord or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/nerve-damage-erectile-dysfunction\/#what-is-nerve-damage-erectile-dysfunction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nerve damage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"psychological-causes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Psychological Causes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Various causes can interfere with sexual feelings resulting in Erectile Dysfunction. Such causes are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Depression&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relationship problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"medicines-that-can-cause-ed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medicines that can cause ED<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some antidepressant medications and hormonal medications can impact erectile functions in males.<br><br>Below are some medications that may contribute to problems in achieving or maintaining an erection:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ED happens in men who use the baldness treatment Propecia.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taking Antihistamines make it harder to maintain a firm erection because they can shrink blood vessels, which reduces blood flow to the penis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diuretics pills can lower blood pressure; if it&#8217;s too low, it might lead to difficulty achieving an erection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Antihypertensive medications can cause ED by affecting the blood flow and nerve signals essential for erections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Antiarrhythmic drugs can cause ED by interfering with the normal nerve signals and blood flow required to achieve and maintain an erection.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tranquilizers can cause ED by impacting the nervous system and reducing the blood flow needed for erections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anti-androgens can cause ED by reducing male sex hormones, like testosterone, essential for sexual function and erections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All these medications listed above will not only affect and frequently harm the central nervous system but also damage the blood vessels, resulting in permanent Erectile Dysfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#073d11;border-radius:10px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A7044;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px\">Suggestion<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px\"> Consult your healthcare provider before stopping or changing prescription medications.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-treat-ed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to treat ED<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cause of your ED will determine your treatment strategy.\u00a0<br><br>There are different ways to manage and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/erectile-dysfunction-treatments\/\" target=\"_blank\">treat Erectile Dysfunction<\/a> (ED) effectively.<br><br>It is possible to manage and treat ED with medications, pelvic pumps, and surgery for men.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"medicationsnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medications <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cialis-52-1024x536.webp\" alt=\"pills spilling out of orange container\" class=\"wp-image-394763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cialis-52-1024x536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cialis-52-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cialis-52-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cialis-52.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oral Medications can treat ED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines are the first line of treatment for ED.<br><br>The most popular medicines available to treat ED include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/viagra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Viagra<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/levitra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Levitra<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/cialis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cialis<\/a>.&nbsp;<br><br>These medicines help to increase blood flow to the penis and improve erectile function.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#075380;border-radius:7px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A86B3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Recommended read:<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px\"> <strong>Read<\/strong> this article: <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/choosing-the-right-pill-to-treat-ed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"A Guide to Choosing the Right Pill to Treat ED\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">A Guide to Choosing the Right Pill to Treat ED<\/a> if you want to know which medications work better for ED.<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"pelvic-pumps\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pelvic pumps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a lack of blood flow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/erectile-dysfunction-causes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">causes Erectile Dysfunction<\/a>, penis pumps may be helpful.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These devices can help increase blood flow to the penis and improve erectile function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/what-causes-erection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">erection happens<\/a> when blood enters the penis because of a pump that draws air from the area around the penis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"surgery\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Surgery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, two surgical procedures can assist in the treatment of ED:<br><br>Penile Implant Procedure: Your doctor inserts an implant made of flexible or inflated rods during a penile implant procedure.&nbsp;<br><br>These implants can help you maintain an erection for as long as you desire after getting one.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/vascular-reconstructive-surgery#:~:text=The%20goal%20of%20the%20operation,move%20around%20the%20problem%20area.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Vascular surgery<\/a> treats ED by improving blood flow to the penis.&nbsp;<br><br>Your doctor will perform bypass surgery on the clogged arteries in your penis to restore blood flow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a person is not able to achieve an erection occasionally it is known as Erectile Dysfunction.<br><br>It happens due to physical causes, such as high cholesterol, or psychological causes, such as Anxiety about sexual performance.<br><br>Further, drugs such as Antidepressants, Antihypertensives, Antipsychotics, and some hormones can make it difficult for a man to achieve and maintain an erection.<br><br>However, it is advisable for men to improve their sexual health and manage ED by understanding the root cause. One can make lifestyle changes, seek psychological support and take doctor\u2019s recommended medications to help improve erectile function.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft cms-warning-box\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#7a1312;border-radius:10px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#AD4645;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px\">Warning:<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px\">  Don&#8217;t try to diagnose or treat ED alone using over-the-counter medicines or supplements without talking to a doctor. Some products may not be safe or work well and could cause problems if taken with other medications you&#8217;re using.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"goodr-581418841\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/men-s-health\/generic-viagra.html\" aria-label=\"Your Banner CTA\" class=\"post-inside-cta\">\r\n    <picture>\r\n        <source media=\"(max-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sexual_Mobile.webp\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sexual_Desktop-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Your Banner CTA\" width=\"100%\" height=\"184\">\r\n    <\/picture>\r\n<\/a>\r\n<div style=\"height: 30px;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689853487797\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What drug causes a man not to erect?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Antidepressants, Antihypertensives, Anti-anxiety medications can make it difficult for men to obtain or maintain erections, causing Erectile Dysfunction (ED).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689853501452\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Why is a person not able to get erect?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A man suffering from heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, Diabetes, Obesity, and will experience Erectile Dysfunction.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689853520612\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is an ideal age when guys have trouble getting hard?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no particular age at which Erectile Dysfunction (ED) begins. However, ED is a common problem that becomes more common as men age\u2014around 52% of men between the ages of 40 and 70 experience mild to moderate ED.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689853528085\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What causes a man not to erect fast?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>There can be various reasons why a man may have difficulty achieving an erection quickly. Some possible factors include stress, Anxiety, fatigue, certain medications, or psychological factors.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689853559908\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What causes a man not to get erect sometimes?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It is because of stress, tiredness, or taking too much alcohol, and it&#8217;s nothing to worry about. Consult a doctor if Erectile Dysfunction happens often.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#cbcac8;border-radius:10px;-moz-border-radius:10px;-webkit-border-radius:10px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#E5E4E2;border-color:#ffffff;color:#36454F;border-radius:10px;-moz-border-radius:10px;-webkit-border-radius:10px;\"><strong>Citations:<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen referencing outside resources, GoodrxMedicine always provides full citations. To learn more about the measures we use to maintain the quality of our content, please review our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/content-information-policy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Content Information Policy<\/a>.<\/div><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/erectile-dysfunction\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20355776#:~:text=Erectile%20dysfunction%2C%20also%20known%20as,that%20you%20are%20not%20alone.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">mayoclinic.org<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/erectile-dysfunction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">healthline.com<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A guy may experience difficulties obtaining or keeping an erection occasionally when sexually stimulated. When men can&#8217;t achieve an erection for sexual activity, they have Erectile Dysfunction (ED). 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