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The objectives of the present study aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Silodosin in a population of patients wih Premature Ejaculation (PE). Coupled with efficient diagnosis, it is hoped that the newer agent will improve the quality of life for patients who suffer from Premature Ejaculation (PE).


Clinical Trial Description

Premature Ejaculation (PE) is characterized as the most common sexual dysfunction in men with a prevalence of 21-33%. Based on the main theories about the pathophysiology of Premature Ejaculation (PE), the most commonly prescribed medications are topical anesthetics and serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It has been reported that the abnormal ejaculation of semen is a typical but rather infrequent side effect of some α1-adrenoceptor antagonists. Silodosin had the highest selectivity for the vas deferens compared with other α1-adrenoceptor antagonists.

Patients suitable for inclusion in the baseline period were those who (as part of the Premature Ejaculation Diagnostic Tool (PEDT) questionnaire) rated their perceived control over ejaculation as 'moderately difficult', 'very difficult' or 'extremely difficult', and the other four items as 'about half the time', 'more than half the time' or 'almost always or always'. Patients completed the Index of Premature Ejaculation (IPE) and Premature Ejaculation Profile (PEP) questionnaires, and rated the quality of their orgasm in response to the question: 'In general, how do you rate the orgasm you experience during sexual intercourse?' on a 5-point scale ('very poor', 'poor', 'satisfactory', 'good', 'very good'). Patients with a baseline Intravaginal Ejaculation Latency Time (IELT) of 2 minutes or less, as measured by a partner-held stopwatch, for at least two of the first three sexual encounters were eligible for randomization into the double-blind phase. In total of 40 eligible patients were randomized to receive double-blind treatment with 4 mg Silodosin or matched placebo for 3 months. One dose was to be taken 2 hours before anticipated sexual intercourse, and only one dose was allowed per 24-h period. Ejaculation-delaying techniques and behavioural therapy were to be avoided. Couples were instructed to attempt sexual intercourse four or more times per month during the 12-week treatment period (minimum of 24 h between doses of medication). During each sexual encounter, the Intravaginal Ejaculation Latency Time (IELT) was measured and recorded, together with efficacy and tolerability data. Ejaculation occurring before penetration was assigned an Intravaginal Ejaculation Latency Time (IELT) of 0 minute. The time noted on the stopwatch at this point was recorded as the duration of sexual intercourse until ejaculation or withdrawal. Patients returned to the clinic at 14-21 days intervals (visits 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6) at which the Index of Premature Ejaculation (IPE) and Premature Ejaculation Profile (PEP) questionnaires were completed. Also, at visit 3 and 6 patients had a safety evaluation and rated the quality of their orgasms. Patients' satisfaction for the treatment was evaluated by Clinical Global Impression of Change (CGIC) in Premature Ejaculation (PE). ;


Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Crossover Assignment, Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor), Primary Purpose: Treatment


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NCT number NCT02581826
Study type Interventional
Source Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation
Contact Cheng-Hsing Hsieh, MD
Phone +886-6628-9779
Email kevinchhsieh@tzuchi.com.tw
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 2
Start date October 2013
Completion date December 2016

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