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Cialis - what kind of medicine is it?

Cialis is the trade name of a prescription only medicine whose scientific name is tadalafil. Cialis is one of a class of medicines known as PDE-5 (Phosphodiesterase type 5) inhibitors. The other two medicines in this class are Viagra (sildenafil) and Levitra (vardenafil).

Our online doctors are able to offer Cialis as part of our online impotence treatment service.

Cialis - how does it work?

Cialis and the other PDE-5 inhibitors can help men with impotence (erectile dysfunction) by increasing the blood flow into the erectile tissue in the penis when a man is aroused.

Cialis - is it an aphrodisiac?

Cialis is not an aphrodisiac because it can only work if a man is already sexually aroused. Cialis will not create any sense of arousal itself.

Cialis - how effective is it?

Cialis has been shown to be effective at helping some men attain and sustain better erections. How a particular man responds to Cialis, Viagra and Levitra very much depends upon the underlying cause of his impotence, the severity of any underlying cause and his degree of sexual stimulation.

Cialis – how quickly does it work?

You may take a Cialis tablet at least 30 minutes before sexual activity. Cialis may still be effective up to 36 hours after taking the tablet. This does not mean that your erection will last that long - simply that you will have the ability to attain an improved erection for that period of time.

Cialis - are there any side-effects?

Like all medicines, Cialis can have side-effects. Specifically, Cialis may cause headache, facial flushing and, rarely, back-pain.

Cialis – will it affect my blood pressure?

Cialis can lower blood pressure. This is not a problem for most men, but Cialis' effect on blood pressure can be dangerous if you take Cialis at the same time as taking a medicine that contains nitrates. Nitrates are one of the medicines that doctors regularly prescribe for angina. If you take Cialis at the same time as taking nitrates, the interaction of the two medicines can cause your blood pressure to fall to a dangerously low - even fatal - level. Alpha-blockers are another type of medicine that doctors may prescribe to treat prostate problems or high blood pressure. You must not take Cialis if you are taking alpha-blockers.

Cialis – if I have a heart condition can I take it?

A doctor would need to advise you on whether Cialis is suitable in your situation. But if you have a heart condition where sexual activity is not advised, it would not be appropriate for you to take Cialis. Your doctor would also need to advise you on whether any medicines you are taking could react with the Cialis.

Cialis – are there different doses?

Cialis is available in two dosages: 10mg and 20mg. A doctor should always advise you on which dose to take. Some men may respond to a lower dose of Cialis. Other men may already be taking medicines that interact with the Cialis, in which case a doctor will adjust your dosage accordingly.

Cialis - does it treat the underlying causes of impotence?

Cialis will not resolve any underlying physical cause of male impotence. Hence, any man complaining of impotence must be investigated for possible underlying causes of the condition. But if the cause of your impotence is primarily psychological, it may help to break the cycle of anxiety and failure associated with being unable to achieve a satisfactory erection.

Cialis – can women take it?

Cialis is not licensed for use by women.