Viagra or Cialis: Which is Best? Dr. Gary Bellman Describes the Benefits and Differences of Each
By SocalUrology · published · 1:58 · 396K views when we checked · Clinician: Dr. Gary Bellman, Board Certified Urologist
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What this video covers
This is a short video of just under two minutes, published in December 2020 on the SocalUrology channel. It is the company's own video: according to its description, Dr. Gary Bellman is a board certified urologist and the founder of the SoCal Urology Institute, and he compares Viagra and Cialis, two widely used erectile dysfunction medications. The description says he covers the benefits and the differences of each. It adds that understanding how the medications work can help a man and his partner decide which one fits them.
The chapters show the structure after a brief intro. The video moves through the difference between the two drugs, side effects, how long each one acts, and doses. The metadata does not say what Dr. Bellman concludes in any of these sections, so this page does not either. Readers who want his actual comparison will need to watch. The creator describes their regimen in the doses chapter, and this page does not repeat any figures.
The description also says Dr. Bellman offers a non-invasive treatment called SoftWave, which uses low-intensity shock wave technology and is presented as an alternative for men looking for another way to address erectile dysfunction. The video comes from the practice that provides this service, and the description links to the institute's website. It does not mention a sponsor, an affiliate link or a discount code. This summary is based only on the title, description and chapters, and it is not medical advice. Questions about either medication belong with your own clinician.
Our summary, written from the video's title, description and chapters (description and chapters), checked 2026-10-31. It reports what the creator presents; it is not medical advice, and the creator's experience may not match yours.
Chapters
- 0:21The chapter on the difference between Viagra and Cialis sets up the comparison the video is built around.
- 0:36A chapter on side effects covers how the two medications compare on that point.
- 0:57The duration of action chapter addresses how long each medication works.
- 1:20The final chapter covers doses, where the creator describes their regimen.
What it costs today
- FDA-approved and compounded
- No FDA warning letter found
- No state list published
Which programs let you message a clinician
From each program's own page, read 2026-10-31. "Not found" means we found no statement either way.
| Program | Message a clinician | Cost | From | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strut Health | YesFree, unlimited follow-ups with a healthcare provider, who you can message from your account.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $16/mo | Visit |
| GoodRx Care | YesYou message your provider from the treatment subscription dashboard; a dose change or a long gap may require a new paid telehealth visit, and no messaging price is stated.source, 2026-10-31 | Not stated | $18/mo | Visit |
| BlueChew | YesYou can message the BlueChew medical team through your account; the page does not say whether it costs anything.source, 2026-10-31 | Not stated | $20/mo | Visit |
| Hims | YesYou can message a provider with questions at any time, for free.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $22/mo | Visit |
| Ro | YesFree, unlimited follow-up messaging with a Ro-affiliated provider after you start treatment.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $32/mo | Visit |
| Maximus | YesEvery protocol includes 24/7 messaging with your care team at no additional cost.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $35.99/mo | Visit |
| Henry Meds | YesYou and your provider exchange messages in a secure patient portal, and ongoing care is part of the plan price.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $50/mo | Visit |
| MangoRx | YesUnlimited access to licensed providers for any concerns, with ongoing provider support listed in the monthly plan; the page does not name the channel.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $59/mo | Visit |
| Rex MD | YesFollow-ups are free once treatment starts; you message your assigned provider through the member portal any time.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $18/mo | Visit |
| Lemonaid Health | YesMessaging with clinical providers is included (stated on the oral minoxidil hair loss page; the ED page does not mention it).source, 2026-10-31 | Included | See review | Visit |
| PeterMD | YesUnlimited free consultations and 24/7 access to your medical team; the page says access and consults, not messaging by name.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | See review | Visit |
| Hone Health | YesUnlimited messaging with your care team, plus a clinician meeting every 3 months, as part of the membership.source, 2026-10-31 | Included in the paid Hone membership | See review | Visit |
| Rugiet | YesYou can message your doctor anytime in the portal, and unlimited follow-ups with your doctor are included in the price.source, 2026-10-31 | Included | $99/mo | Visit |
| DudeMeds | Not foundNo statement found on the site about messaging a clinician after starting treatment. | Not stated | See review | Visit |
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