Cialis (tadalafil) - Information
Cialis is a revolutionary new drug used to treat Erectile Dysfunction. Levitra seems to work for men with many different types of erectile dysfunction.
Cialis works faster in about 15 minutes. It lasts a lot longer, helping men get erections for 24 hours.
CIALIS - tadalafil - 5mg, 10mg and 20mg tablets
The active substance is tadalafil. Each tablet of Cialis contains 5mg, 10mg or 20mg of tadalafil.This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure disease. Please consult a licensed health care provider regarding your medical condition. All registered trademarks are of their respective companies. If you have any concerns about taking Cialis, ask your doctor or health care professional.
What Cialis is Used For
Cialis is used to treat impotence, erectile dysfunction in men. This is when a man cannot get, or keep, a hard erect penis suitable for sexual activity.
The active ingredient in Cialis tablets, tadalafil, belongs to a group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. Following sexual stimulation, Cialis works by helping the blood vessels in your penis to relax, allowing the flow of blood into your penis. The result of this is improved erectile function.
Cialis does not work if there is no sexual stimulation. You and your partner will need to engage in foreplay, just as you would if you were not taking a medicine for erectile dysfunction. Cialis is available only with a doctor's prescription.
Do not take CIALIS if:
- you are currently taking any nitrates or amyl nitrite. Nitrates are medicines used in the treatment of angina pectoris ("chest pain"). Cialis has been shown to increase the effects of these drugs. If you are taking any form of nitrate or are unsure tell your doctor;
- you have had an allergic reaction in the past to tadalafil
or any of the other ingredients of Cialis.
Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction may include shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body; rash, itching or hives on the skin. - Do not take Cialis after the expiry date printed on the pack or if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.
- For those who are lactose intolerant, be aware that CIALIS tablets contain a small amount of lactose (approximately 200mg for the 10mg tablet and 250mg for the 20mg tablet).
- CIALIS is not intended for use by women or by children under the age of 18 years.
Please note: No special consideration is needed for the elderly or people with diabetes.
Before You Start to Take It
Tell your doctor if you have allergies to any other medicines, foods, preservatives or dyes.
Tell your doctor if you have or have had any of the following medical conditions:
- you have a heart condition, including angina (chest pain), arrhythmia (changes in the rhythm or rate of the heart beat), heart failure or if you have had a heart attack. Sexual activity carries a possible risk to patients with heart condition because it puts extra strain on your heart;
- you have had a stroke;
- you have low blood pressure or uncontrolled high blood pressure;
- you have a serious liver or kidney problem;
- you have sickle cell anaemia (an abnormality of red blood cells), multiple myeloma (cancer of the bone marrow), leukaemia (cancer of the blood cells);
- you have any deformation of your penis.
If you have not told your doctor about any of the above, tell them before you start taking Cialis.
How Much to Take
The recommended dose is 20mg before sexual activity. You should NOT take CIALIS more than once a day.
How to Take It
Cialis tablets are for oral use. Swallow the tablet whole with water. You may take Cialis with or without food or alcohol.
When to Take It
You can engage in sexual activity within half an hour of taking the tablet and up to 36 hours later. It may be possible for you to engage in sexual activity more than once - for example, in the evening and again in the morning. The amount of time CIALIS takes to work varies from person to person. After you have taken CIALIS you may wish to attempt sexual intercourse at different times to decide the best time range for you and your partner. Your dose may be lowered to 10mg based on your individual response to CIALIS. If you are not sure when to take CIALIS, ask your doctor or health care professional.
If You Have Too Much (Overdose)
Immediately telephone your doctor for advice, or go to the Emergency Department at the nearest hospital, if you think that you or anyone else may have had too much Cialis. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning. You may need urgent medical attention. Symptoms of an overdose may include headache, dyspepsia (indigestion), back pain, muscular aches, nasal congestion and facial flushing.
While You are Taking Cialis
Things You Must Do
If you are about to be started on any new medicine, remind your doctor and pharmacist that you are taking Cialis. Tell any other doctors, dentists and health care professionals who treat you that you are taking Cialis.
Things You Must Not Do
Do not use CIALIS to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to. Do not give CIALIS tablets to others, even if they have similar conditions. Their doctor should decide if CIALIS is right for them.
Things to be Careful Of
Although the frequency of dizziness in men taking CIALIS was similar to that of men taking placebo (sugar pills) in clinical studies, you should be aware of how you react to Cialis before you drive or operate machinery.
Side Effects
Tell your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you are taking Cialis. Cialis helps most people with erectile dysfunction, but it may have unwanted side effects in a few people. Most of the side effects are mild to moderate in nature. Do not be alarmed by the following list of the most common possible side effects. You may not experience any of them. Ask your doctor or health care professional to answer any questions you may have. Tell your doctor or health care professional if you notice any of the following and they are troublesome, severe, or do not go away:
- headache;
- indigestion;
- back pain;
- muscle aches;
- nasal congestion;
- facial flushing;
- swelling of the eyelids;
- eye pain;
- conjunctival hyperaemia (red eyes);
- dizziness.
Allergic reactions (including skin rashes) could occur. In rare instances it is possible that a prolonged and possibly painful erection may occur after taking Cialis. If you have such an erection which lasts continuously for more than 4 hours, you should contact a doctor immediately. In case of chest pain occurring during or after sexual activity you should NOT use nitrates but you should seek immediate medical assistance. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything that is making you feel unwell.
After Taking Cialis
Storage
Keep your Cialis tablets in the original package, and store below 25°C. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
Disposal
If the expiry date on CIALIS has passed, ask your pharmacist what to do with any medicine that is left over.
Product description
What it Looks Like
Cialis 10mg tablets are yellow almond-shaped tablets and have "C10" marked on one side. Cialis 10mg tablets are blister packed and are available in cartons containing 4 tablets. Cialis 20mg tables are yellow almond-shaped tablets and have "C20" marked on one side. Cialis 20mg tablets are blister packed and are available in cartons containing 1, 2 or 4 tablets.
Ingredients
Cialis tablets contain either 10 mg or 20 mg of the active ingredient tadalafil. CIALIS tablets also contain the following inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate, croscarmellose sodium, hydroxypropylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium laurilsulfate, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, triacetin, titanium dioxide (E171), iron oxide (E172) and talc.
Cialis works chemically in the same way as Viagra, but erection is achieved more quickly using a smaller dose. It also lasts much longer. Levitra acts in the same way as Viagra, by blocking an enzyme called phosphodiesterase-5, or PDE-5. This helps the smooth muscles in the penis to relax, which effectively increases blood flow.
Cialis Storage:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Please refer to the Product Comparison Table for a useful overview of Cialis, Levitra and Viagra.
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