We were unable to achieve similar results to the pivotal study following manufacturer instructions and the algorithm provided by that study. Independent of age and etiology no more than 30% of patients at any given time using any dose achieved erections sufficient for intercourse during in office testing. Because of this limited efficacy, discomfort, pain and burning associated with treatment, and cost, more than 80% of patients did not continue to use MUSE at home.
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