The generic name for Cialis is Tadalafil and it is used to treat male sexual function problems such as impotence or erectile dysfunction when there is sexual stimulation. Cialis works by increasing blood flow to the penis to help a person get and keep an erection.Cialis is also used to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently,suddenly or urgently. To do this Cialis is thought to work by relaxing the smooth muscle in the prostate and bladder.
This medication should be taken by mouth, with or without food. The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking.As a rule you should not take Cialis more often than one time every twenty four hours. If you are taking Cialis once daily for an enlarged prostate, or for erectile dysfunction, or for both you should take it regularly at the same time every day to get the most benefit from it.
Cialis should be taken at least thirty minuets or longer before any sexual activity. Cialis effect on sexual ability should last for up to thirty six hours but do not be surprised it last for a shorter period of time. Of course this does not mean you will keep the erection this long just that sexual stimulation will last for this long.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs hives, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat as these are all signs of an allergic reaction.You should also stop using Cialis and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects a shortness of breath, a swelling in your hands or feet, if you have have a sudden loss of vision or just any changes in vision , if you are feeling light-headed, if you are fainting, if you have an irregular heartbeat,if there is a ringing in your ears, if there is you have a sudden loss of hearing,if you have chest pain, if you have pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, if you have nausea, if you have seizures, or if you have a penis erection that is painful or one that lasts four hours or longer. Some on the much less serious side effects may include: headaches,diarrhea, upset stomach,memory problems, redness or warmth in your face, neck, or chest, cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, or sore throat, muscle pain, and back pain.This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. You should call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.When you are taking Cialis there are a few things you should avoid Do not use other erectile dysfunction medicines.while taking Cialis also you should try not to drink a lot of alcohol when taking Cialis. Drinking too much alcohol can increase your odds of getting a headache or getting dizzy, or losing hypertension.
Cialis does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, hepatitis B, gonorrhea, syphilis. While taking it you should still practice safe sex such as using latex condoms or other forms of safe sex you should also talk to your doctor or pharmacist about what is best for you.
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