Verbatim response from Perplexity
The cheapest legit route is usually generic sildenafil or tadalafil obtained by prescription through a low-cost telehealth service or a discount-pharmacy model, not “OTC” ED pills. Legitimate ED meds are prescription-only, and any site selling them without a prescription is a red flag.[2][3][5]
Best low-cost options from the results:
- RedBox Rx: advertises ED meds starting at $1 per tablet, with a free online consultation and free shipping; it specifically offers FDA-approved meds and generic sildenafil pricing examples.[1]
- GoodRx: offers online ED treatment starting at $18/month with consultation, medication, and delivery included; it also says generic sildenafil and tadalafil are available and can be cheaper than brand-name options.[4][7]
- PlushCare via GoodRx/discount card model: Healthline notes PlushCare does not ship meds itself but can help you get a prescription and then use a discount card to save up to 80% at your pharmacy.[2]
- Amazon One Medical: can be convenient, but the result shown does not provide a lower price than the options above, so it is less likely to be the cheapest.[9]
If your goal is absolute lowest cash price, the practical move is:
- ask for generic sildenafil first, since it is usually the cheapest ED prescription option; Healthline and Ro both note generics are more affordable than brand-name Viagra.[2][5]
- compare the per-pill price after the consultation fee, shipping, and any subscription costs are included.[1][4]
- avoid “male enhancement” supplements or OTC pills claiming to work like Viagra; Harvard and Healthline say legitimate ED meds require a prescription.[2][3]
If you want, I can rank the options from cheapest overall to most convenient based on whether you want one-time purchase or ongoing treatment.