When it comes to understanding how certain medicines work and the best way to take them, it can sometimes be confusing when it comes to knowing who to trust. We’ve decided to provide our readers with concise, simple to understand info regarding Cialis to best inform our existing and potential customers who are considering taking the medication on how often to take it, how much to take and how to stay safe when using the drug.

What Is Cialis?

Cialis, also known as tadalafil, is a medicine used primarily to treat erectile dysfunction. It is made of a similar compound to other PDE5 inhibitors. Other PDE5 inhibitors:

Name	Brand Name
Sildenafil	Viagra
Vardenafil	Levitra
Lodenafil	Heleva
Avanafil	Stendra
Udenafil	Zydena

 

Although the branded version of the drug is available in almost any US pharmacy, generic Indian versions can be purchased online for a fraction of the cost. Cialis is currently the second most popular medication of its type, just behind Viagra, with the majority of users polled having rated it as “good” or better in a recent study.

It has been around for over a decade, and throughout the years it has helped millions of men enjoy improved full erectile function – in particular those who want to maximize sexual spontaneity without having to worry about erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction was previously something of a taboo among men, as many were too embarrassed or ashamed to discuss the issue with their partners, much less visit their local doctor to find out about the options to tackle the complaint.

Purchasing Cialis Online

The good news is that a visit to the doctor, while recommended, is no longer a necessity when it comes to getting hold of Cialis. With online vendors offering genuine generic products at a fraction of the cost of traditional brick and mortar pharmacies, it’s no wonder that the online Cialis phenomenon has spread rapidly around the world. Customers are now able to place an order and receive a package of their desired PDE5 inhibitor within a week, without having to worry about red-faced trips to the doctor or having to claim the cost of the drugs on their current health insurance arrangement.

You may be wondering what a Cialis tablet might look like – put simply, it’s a small egg-shaped pill which can vary in coloration from slightly off-white to almost brown depending on the dosage. There are typically three doses of Cialis available on the market (2.5 mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg and 60mg). On normal men, 2.5 mg pills and 5mg is recommended as a starting dose, although it may be the case that the effectiveness of the drug is increased with a larger dose. As such, there is no real definition of the “standard dose” – effects will vary from person to person.

What Does Cialis Do?

Now that we’ve answered the question of “What is Cialis?” it is now time to provide you with information on what effect the pills have on the body to help maintain an erection, as well as taking a look at the ingredients (including the active ingredient), how many mg to take, when to take it and much more.

Cialis is primarily made of Tadalafil, which is a PDE5 inhibitor – in more technical terms, this drug is used for the purpose of allowing cyclic guanosine monophosphate signals from nerve endings in the pelvis area to trigger the release of a chemical compound called nitric oxide. Nitric oxide relaxes the muscles which line the pelvic blood vessels. This means that blood can flow freely through them and fill the structures within the penis, causing it to become erect. For ED sufferers, this is a dream come true as it now means there is a solution for men who struggle to perform in the bedroom. The best part is, the solution to what was once an embarrassing problem is now easy to come by in the form of a pill which can be bought online in next to no time.

Uses of Cialis

The main use of Cialis is to alleviate the symptoms of erectile dysfunction in men. Usage of the tablets may vary from person to person dependent on the amount of sex a person has, and the amount of medication needed to effectively alleviate ED. Although there are anecdotal reports of recreational use of the drug to have positive effects on libido (both in men and in women), physicians and other health professionals do not advocate using Cialis for purposes other than those specified by a qualified medical professional.

Does Cialis Work on Women?

Although the medicine has anecdotally been successful in increasing female libido, it can cause women to take longer to reach orgasm, although in some women this is the desired effect of the medication, in order to prolong sexual activity.

Before considering taking Cialis, you should consult a qualified medical professional. If you suffer from (or have suffered from) any of the following conditions, you should take great care when using the drug:

• heart disease or coronary heart disease;
• arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat);
• you have recently suffered a heart attack (within the past three months);
• angina (pain in the chest);
• high or low blood pressure;
• liver or kidney diseases (particularly if you are on dialysis);
• any form of blood cell disorder such as multiple myeloma, leukemia or sickle cell anemia;
• bleeding disorders such as haemophilia;
• stomach ulcers or ulcerative colitis;
• eye conditions such as retinitis pigmentosa;
• any physical deformities of the penis like Peyronie’s disease or phimosis;
• if you have been advised not to have sexual intercourse for health reasons.

Alternative Usage

Cialis, however, does have some other medically beneficial uses for those without ED. One of the most popular alternative uses for the compound (and others in its drug class) include its ability to reduce an enlarged prostate (prostatic hypertrophy).

Cialis is also sometimes branded as Adcirca, when it used to treat pulmonary hypertension. As a matter of fact, the discovery of the properties of PDE5 inhibitors as medicines to treat erectile dysfunction were initially discovered as a side effect of trials into their use for high blood pressure and similar conditions.

Perhaps one of the most positive benefits of alternative use of Cialis is that it provides a real chance for both men and women to improve and increase their capacity for exercise, leading them towards a road of overall better health.

How and When to Take This Medicine?

How to take and when to take Cialis will vary from patient to patient dependent on personal circumstances. As a general rule, Cialis gets to work more quickly and effectively than similar drugs in its class. It is recommended that a man should take Cialis approximately 40-45 minutes prior to engaging in any sexual activity. In comparison, Viagra users are recommended to take their drug of choice roughly one hour and thirty minutes prior to intercourse.

Cialis is renowned for being the most long-lasting of the PDE5 inhibitors, with effects lasting anything between 24 and 48 hours after it has been taken – this has been a major marketing point for the medicine, with many branding it as “the weekend pill”. Of course, this will vary from person to person – while one man may still be able to feel the effects of a low dose on a Sunday morning after initially taking the pill the previous Friday evening, others may require a dose once a day to engage in sexual activity much sooner.

Treatment Approaches

There are typically two treatment approaches with Cialis. It can be used daily on an ad hoc basis (in which case higher doses are recommended), or taken for best results everyday at lower doses. For daily use, the suggested dose is between 2.5mg and 5mg, depending on how long the medicine is used for and the personal reaction of the patient to the dose. When Cialis is taken every day it tends to build up a half-life within the body, and this prevents PDE5 from stopping cyclic guanosine monophosphate signals.

Ultimately, how to use directions will vary from patient to patient, and it is important to discuss how the drug might affect you with a qualified doctor.

Cialis with Food and Alcohol

Thankfully, there are almost no restrictions when it comes to taking Cialis with food. The only precaution that doctors recommend is to avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice when taking the medicine. Grapefruit juice can potentially increase the levels of Cialis in the blood, which can lead to unpleasant side effects such as priapism (a painful sensation caused when there is too much blood in the penis, which can lead to erectile problems in the future if left untreated).

Care should be taken when combining Cialis with alcohol. Alcohol helps to lower blood pressure temporarily and because Cialis also has this effect it is wise to limit alcohol intake. Although the drug has been used for years by people who imbibe moderate amounts of alcohol, excesses can lead to light-headedness, dizziness, headaches and heart palpitations. Some users report than when arising from a sitting or lying position they experience light-headedness, faintness and dizziness as a result of combining Cialis and alcohol. Below is a table with the level of reported side effects by dosage size:

 

Reaction	Cialis 5mg	Cialis 10mg	Cialis 20mg
Headache	11%	11%	15%
Dyspepsia	4%	8%	10%
Back pain	3%	5%	6%
Myalgia	1%	4%	3%
Congestion	2%	3%	3%
Flushing	2%	3%	3%
Limb pain	1%	3%	3%

Ensuring Your Safety

Ultimately, before taking original Cialis and other drugs that contain citrate it is important to have a discussion with your doctor, advising them of all medications you currently use, encompassing both prescription medicines and over the counter remedies such as vitamins or herbs.

When taking Cialis, it is a good idea to mark down on a calendar when you have last taken a tablet – particularly if you use it on an “as and when” basis. This helps to prevent overdose and will help to make your experience much more enjoyable. We offer you to try our free Cialis samples and share your Cialis experience with us!