Why Is Priligy Prescribed? Priligy is a medication specifically aimed at treating premature ejaculation (PE) in men. PE can cause significant distress and interpersonal difficulties. The drug’s active ingredient, dapoxetine, is a short-acting selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Its primary mechanism involves modulating serotonin levels in the brain, which plays a pivotal role in ejaculatory control. Clinically, dapoxetine 30 mg …