Sexual dysfunction after addiction with oxyontin

Dear Ask The Doctor:My son is 26. After undergoing back surgery he became addicted to oxycontin.After four years of taking large amounts he's now been clean for two months but is unable to sustain an erection (his girlfriend told me). They had an active sex life before.I'm wondering how long it could take before he returns to normal.

Dear Mary: Drugs like oxycontin sometimes cause erectile dysfunction. Stopping oxycontin will often relieve the symptoms, however it may take time. I would suggest that your son see his doctor for further evaluation. His doctor may recommend that he take a medication such as Cialis(tadalafil), Levitra(vardenafil), or Viagra(sildenafil). Other non drug options include vacuum pump devices, penile prostheses and penile implants.