Cialis, the brand name of tadalafil, is basically a prescription drug for men for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). It was developed in 1991 by Glaxo Wellcome as a heart medicine. Tested by The Lilly ICOS company as an ED medicine, it was approved by the FDA for treating erectile dysfunction in 2003, whereas in 2009, the organisation approved the medicine to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension effectively.
Cialis Use
Cialis s prescribed by the name Adcirca in order to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension. Also, the medicine has been approved to treat the symptoms of prostate enlargement. The effect of the medicine lasts for a period of up to 36 hours and it works by increasing the blood flow to the penis, thereby allowing to hold an erection for a longer period, quite similar to other medicines available out there to serve the same purpose.
Cialis Dosages
Cialis tablets are film-coated, almond-shaped yellow colored tablets that are available in 5, 10, and 20 milligrams doses. For daily use, it comes in 2.5 mg and 5 mg.
- Recommended dosage for ED is 10 mg that can be decreased or increased to 5 mg and 20 mg respectively according to one’s tolerability. The medicine takes about 30 minutes to work before sexual activity.
- 2.5 mg Cialis should be taken once daily at the same time for patients with ED.
- Recommended dosage for BPH is 5 mg, taken daily at the same time.
- Dosage of 20, 40, and 60 mg is prescribed for thosw with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Usually, after 16 weeks of treatment, a daily dose of 40 mg works just perfect.
- For patients experiencing both ED and BPA, The recommended dosage is 5 mg, taken daily at the same time for those who experience BPA and ED
Cialis Side Effects
Some of the common side effects of Cialis are headache, back pain, muscle aches, stomach pain, indigestion, burps, acid reflux, flushing or a runny nose. But, if appropriate precautions are not followed, it may cause some serious issues like vision impairment, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, short breath, lightheadedness and sudden loss of hearing. It can lead to erections lasting for elongated periods.
Cialis Interactions
One should enquire their healthcare provider if their heart is working healthy enough for any sexual activity. Also, this medicine should be avoided if one takes nitrates for chest pain, or any recreational drugs, as it leads to a sudden drop in blood pressure. Drinking alcohol in excess will hamper its optimum functioning.
Before beginning with the dosage, it is important to tell a doctor about any allergies one has as well as the medications taken including vitamins, dietary or herbal supplements and illegal or recreational drugs, as it can impact the working of Cialis. It is advised to consult the doctor in case one takes any of the medicines including Alpha-blockers for prostate problems, HIV medicines, Blood pressure medications, Oral antifungal medications, medicines for ED and antibiotics.
Cialis must not be taken more than once in 24 hours. A man is required to feel sexually aroused for the tablets to work as it does not lead to an instant erection without stimulation.
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