Delay Spray

To use Delay Spray, apply a total of 2-3 sprays to the head and shaft of your penis, and leave it for 5-15 minutes to absorb into the skin. You can do this before or after getting an erection.

After you've left it to absorb, be sure to wipe off any excess spray before having sex either with either a wet towel or by quickly rinsing your penis with water. This is to minimise any transfer of the spray to your partner. In any case, we always recommend using a condom when using Delay Spray.

As long as you don’t exceed 2-3 sprays, the amount of lidocaine (the active ingredient) in Delay Spray won’t numb your penis completely. It’ll only reduce your sensitivity slightly, giving you more control over when you ejaculate. It’s a good idea to experiment with the dosage the first few times you use the Spray in order to find how many sprays work best for you. Again, do not exceed 2-3 sprays.

Delay Spray is perfectly safe to use whilst wearing regular latex condoms. However, it could cause condoms made of polyurethane-based materials to wear down, so we suggest only using latex condoms while using the Spray.

Delay Spray is a mild local anaesthetic that slightly reduces sensitivity in the penis to give you more control over when you ejaculate. The active ingredient in Delay Spray is lidocaine.

If Delay Spray is suitable for you, we will prescribe it as an off-licence medication. More information about what off-licence medication is can be found under the question “What is an ‘off-licence’ medicine?”.

An off-licence medicine is one that is used in a different way to that described in its licence. Examples, of off-licence use include:

• Using a medicine for a different condition to that stated in the licence. This may happen because doctors have found that the medicine works very well for another condition. Using the medicine in this way may be supported by expert groups, but the manufacturer of the medication has not extended its licence.
• Using a medicine in an age group beyond the boundaries of the licenced range.
• Using a medicine at a higher dose than stated in the licence.

Our Delay Spray is an off-licence treatment that contains 15% lidocaine. Lidocaine is a mild anaesthetic that is licenced for use in other applications than premature ejaculation. Delay Spray makes use of lidocaine’s anaesthetic ability to delay ejaculation and prolong sex, so you can enjoy longer-lasting lovemaking.

Delay Spray takes 5-10 minutes to take effect and can last for up to 1-3 hours. During this time, it’s possible to last up to 2.4 times longer when having sex.

Most side effects can be avoided by using a small dose of Delay Spray first before gradually increasing the dose based on how well it works. If the spray is used excessively, you are more likely to experience side effects such as:

• Skin irritation and/or a burning sensation. If you or your partner develop a rash or irritation stop using the spray.
• Excessive numbness due to overuse of the spray.

A complete list of side effects can be found in the Patient Information Leaflet enclosed in your medication. Please make sure to read this in full before using your treatment for the first time.