Cialis (tadalafil)

Cialis is a medicine used to treat the physical problem of erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men. Cialis is in a class of medications known as PDE-5 inhibitors, which are used to treat cases of male impotence. It can help a majority of men with erectile dysfunction get and keep an erection when they become sexually excited. Cialis does not cause erections directly but affects the response to sexual stimulation. It is not an aphrodisiac or a hormone.

Cialis is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. 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 will not help you if you do not have erectile dysfunction.

According to clinical studies data on Cialis(TM) (tadalafil), men with ED reported a statistically significant improvement in successful intercourse attempts at 24 and 36 hours after taking the drug, compared to placebo. Other new findings -- including a summary of cardiovascular safety data showed no increased incidence of cardiovascular events during clinical studies. In all studies, compared with placebo, use of Cialis® demonstrated consistent and statistically significant improvement and the treatment effect did not diminish over time.

Important safety information

Precautions while taking Cialis:
You should have a complete medical history and exam to determine the cause of your impotence before taking Cialis.
Men who have medical conditions that may cause a sustained erection such as sickle cell anemia, leukemia or multiple myeloma or who have an abnormally shaped penis may not be able to take Cialis.
There are several medications that are known to interact with Cialis, so be sure to tell your doctor about all medications you are taking including those you can get without a prescription.
Cialis has not been studied with other treatments for impotence, so use in combination with other treatments is not recommended.
Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate side effects of this drug.
To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
The elderly may be more sensitive to the side effects of Cialis; therefore, caution is advised in this group.

Cialis Side Effects:
The following is a listing of the most common side effects:
Headache
Flushing
Upset stomach
Stuffy nose
Urinary tract infection
Visual changes such as mild and temporary changes in blue/green colors or increased sensitivity to light.
Diarrhea

If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.

Cialis Interactions:

Consult your doctor about all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially any nitrate medications (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate), nitroprusside (any "nitric oxide donor" medicines), cimetidine, erythromycin, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), mibefradil, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin) or high blood pressure medicines.