Cialis is an oral medication designed to treat erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction or impotence is the recurring inability to acquire or maintain an erection during sexual intercourse. Cialis works by relaxing muscles in the penis and increasing blood flow. Common side effects associated with the use of Cialis include back pain, indigestion, stuffy nose, muscle pain, headache and flushing according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nevertheless, Cialis provides men experiencing erectile dysfunction a non-invasive treatment option to help them boost their sexual activity. Talk to a doctor about symptoms of erectile dysfunction to determine if Cialis is an appropriate treatment and obtain a prescription.
Step 1
Read and adhere to doctor's instructions regarding taking Cialis as printed on the prescription label.
Step 2
Take Cialis as needed at least 30 minutes before planned sexual activity. Note that the effects of Cialis last up to 36 hours. If the doctor prescribes Cialis daily, take it the same time each day. Regardless of dosage, do not take Cialis more than once per 24 hour period.
Step 3
Take Cialis orally with or without food. Drugs.com advises users of Cialis to talk to their doctor if they plan to eat or drink grapefruit products while taking Cialis.
Step 4
Engage in sexual foreplay and activity. Cialis does not cause an erection without sexual stimulation.
Tips and Warnings
- Store Cialis at room temperature in a cool and dry location.
- According to Drugs.com, Cialis poses potential risks for those with certain medical conditions and taking particular medications. Consult with your doctor about risks and drug interactions. Seek medical attention if any negative symptoms, such as an erection that persists longer than 4 hours or is painful, occur while taking Cialis.
References
- Drugs.com: Cialis
- National Institutes of Health/National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearninghouse (NKUDIC): Erectile Dysfunction
- Drugs.com: Cialis Facts and Comparisons
- FDA U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Questions and Answers for Cialis (Tadalafil)
- MayoClinic.com: Erectile dysfunction: Viagra and Other Oral Medications
