Cialis versus other ED drugs
There are three medications for erectile dysfunction treatment that were approved by FDA – Viagra, Cialis and Levitra. These drugs have approximately the same characteristics and the same principle of action. Men often compare them to find the ideal one. Many men – many minds. Someone prefers fast activation – others like long-lasting effect, Cialis – Viagra – Levitra which is better? The following facts about these ED drugs will help you to clear up the difference.
- Cialis, Viagra and Levitra were approved by FDA as the effective medications for erectile dysfunction treatment. The active agent of Cialis is Tadalafil, Viagra – Sildenafil, Levitra – Vardenafil.
- Cialis starts working within half an hour, it ensures healthy erection up to 12 hours after taking a pill. The periods of activation Viagra and Levitra are the same; they work for 4 hours after taking.
- Cialis, Viagra and Levitra are the inhibitors of PDE5; they provoke erection by relaxing the smooth muscles of the genitals and enriching them with arterial blood.
- The main contraindications of these 3 drugs are: blood disorders and problems with blood pressure, kidney and liver diseases, stomach ulcer, diabetes, eye problems, myeloma, leukemia, heart diseases, HIV and so on.
- Cialis, Viagra and Levitra can provoke the following side effects: severe of mild headache, flu-like symptoms, the symptoms of intoxication, itching, muscle pain, long-lasting erection (uncontrolled erection without stimulation), problems with vision including vision loss, swelling and redness of the face and neck, blood pressure drops, mental changes.
- The following medications are contraindicated to Cialis, Viagra and Levitra: blood thinners, nitrates, alpha blockers, macrolide antibiotics, anti fungal drugs, supplements for increasing libido, alcohol, and grapefruit juice.
- These drugs cause no addiction and cannot serve as aphrodisiacs.
- Cialis, Viagra and Levitra do not affect the sperm formation, and cannot be used as means of birth control; they would not protect you from the sexually transmitted diseases.
- Cialis, Viagra and Levitra are suitable for male only.
Cialis/Tadalafil FAQ
The most popular questions about Cialis will help you to get to know this medication better.
Is Cialis safe?
It is effective and safe for men who do not suffer from Kidney or liver problems, eyes diseases, allergy to Cialis/Tadalafil, myeloma, leukemia, heart disorders, problems with blood and pressure, diabetes, stomach ulcer, HIV, abnormal penis shape. Elderly people are also in risk group.
How does Cialis/Tadalafil work?
Cialis relaxing the muscles of the genitals and increases the arterial blood inflow. Blood fills the sponge-like bodies of penis provoking erection.
How should I take Cialis?
Cialis/Tadalafil is recommended to be taken at least for an hour prior sexual activity; the period of action lasts up to 18 hours. The average starting dose is usually 10mg. It depends on your health condition and may be indicated by your doctor.
What are the possible side effects?
The possible side effects are: headache, facial redness, swelling of face and tongue, itching, flu-like symptoms, nausea, difficulty breathing, irregular heart-beating, blood pressure drop, long-lasting erection. It is not the complete list of side effects.
Can I take Cialis/Tadalafil with alcohol?
It is not recommended to take Cialis/Tadalafil with alcohol. It increases the risks of side effects that won’t occur if you are sober. In most cases the combination of Cialis and alcohol provokes blood pressure drop, headache and dizziness. Try to avoid mixing these components.
Can I buy Cialis/Tadalafil without prescription?
One can easily buy Cialis/ Tadalafil without prescription. But it is recommended to consult with your doctor at least before your first experience with ED medications.
How often Cialis/Tadalafil can be taken?
Never take Cialis more often than once a day. This medication is not to be mixed with other drugs for erectile dysfunction treatment.
Cialis for ED treatment
Cialis/Tadalafil belongs to PDE5 inhibitors. These sorts of medications are used in treating impotence (erectile dysfunction) in men. Clinical trials proved the efficacy of Cialis/Tadalafil in 80% of erectile dysfunction treatment. Unlike the other drugs affecting the penile erection, the period of Cialis action can last twice longer. For example, Viagra and Levitra can work up to 4 hours, Cialis/Tadalafil – up to 18 hours. This fact explains why most people use Cialis for ED treatment more often than its equivalents.
Erectile dysfunction is the condition when one cannot reach penile erection during the sexual stimulation due to various physical factors. Cialis/Tadalafil restores these functions by affecting the sufficient inflow of the arterial blood to the genitals. Healthy erection becomes possible.
Possible side effects
The safe and effective treatment with Cialis/Tadalafil is possible if you do not ignore instruction and take the proper dose.
The following side effects can happen:
- The most common symptoms are facial redness and swelling (including swelling of the tongue). These are the visual symptoms which indicate using of the ED medication. It is commonly accompanied with headache.
- Cialis /Tadalafil causes changes in vision (“blue vision”), the more complicated occasions can even provoke vision loss.
- Cialis/Tadalafil sometimes causes flu-like symptoms. But it does not mean that Cialis provokes flu.
- Sometimes taking Cialis /Tadalafil cause intoxication-like symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and indigestion.
- Pain in chest or muscle pain can be provoked by Cialis/Tadalafil although these side effects are rare.
- The most severe side effects are irregular heart beating and blood pressure drops, they lead to heart problems.
- In cases of long-lasting penile erection (more than 4 hours without sexual stimulation) there is a risk of getting necrosis in the penile tissues.