Cialis

Drug Name - Cialis (Tadalafil)

Cialis (Tadalafil) is useful in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (male impotence). The effects of Cialis begins much faster than Viagra with onset beginning as early as 30 minutes and remaining viable for roughly around 36 hours while the actions of Viagra remain for only about 5 hours. Also, based on scientific research, it has been proved that the drug's actions or absorption is not altered by the presence of food in the stomach.

Where Used

Cialis (Tadalafil) is useful in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (male impotence). It can also be prescribed for other conditions best determined by the physician.

Benefits over Viagra:

• Viability of action around 36 hours
• Works when taken half hour to 12 hours prior to sexual activity
• Allows for spontaneous sex as it lasts for a longer duration and also carries the chances of lesser side effects.
• More than 66% of users prefer it over Viagra.

User Instructions

Follow the instructions of your doctor in taking the medication. The starting dose that is usually advised is 10mg taken only once in the duration of 24 hours.

Drug Type and Mode of Action

This drug belongs to phosphodiesterase inhibitor type of drugs. The mode of action is to help improve the chances of getting and retaining the erection by enhancing the flow of blood to the penis.

In Case You Miss a Dose

As Cialis is taken on a need basis prior to probable sexual activity, the likelihood of missing a dose does not occur.

How to Store the Drug

The best temperature to store the medication is between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C).

Safety Precautions

Avoid the use of Cialis under the following conditions:

• Any known allergies to the drug or to any other constituents in the medication.
• If you have received any special instructions to avoid sex due to any kind of heart ailments
• if you are presently consuming or using any medication that contains nitrates like nitroglycerin pills (Nitrostat, Nitro-Bid), isosorbide pills (Isordil, Dilatrate-SR, Sorbitrate), nitroglycerin ointment (Nitrol, Nitro-Bid) or nitroglycerin patches (Transderm-Nitro, Nitro-Dur)

Adverse Effects of the Drug

There is the possibility of the occurrence of some minor adverse effects like

• Headache
• Muscle ache
• Backache
• Flushing
• Runny nose or stuffy nose
• Indigestion.

Most of these common side effects that occur usually disappear without any intervention in some hours. Backache and muscle ache commonly occur in a day or so after consuming the medication and disappears in about 48 hours by itself. Inform your physician if any of these side effects persist or cause trouble.

More Information

Cialis does not do its job without sexual stimulation which goes to say that the person cannot get an erection only by taking the drug but have no sexual stimulation.