Cialis is commonly prescribed for men who are experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED). This article from the eMedTV library describes how the medication works and also includes information on side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
How does Cialis work? Cialis works by blocking PDE5, the chemical responsible for reversing an erection. This eMedTV Web page provides information on how Cialis works, how long it takes to start working, and how long the medication typically lasts.
Side effects of Cialis can include facial flushing, muscle pain, and backache, among other things. This part of the eMedTV library lists common and uncommon Cialis side effects and gives statistics on how often they occur.
How long does Cialis last? Generally, Cialis lasts about 36 hours. This portion of the eMedTV library lists factors that can affect how long Cialis stays in the body, including severe kidney disease or liver disease, as well as certain medications.
As this eMedTV segment explains, the main use of Cialis is treating erectile dysfunction (ED), or impotence. This page provides information on how Cialis works, and also lists some "off-label" Cialis uses (such as treating pulmonary hypertension).
This eMedTV page outlines previous studies on the effects of Cialis in helping men achieve and maintain erections. Cialis has proven effective at treating erectile dysfunction (ED) in a variety of men (such as those with diabetes in addition to ED).
As this eMedTV page explains, the starting Cialis dosage for treating erectile dysfunction (ED) is 10 mg, which may be taken from 1 hour to 36 hours before sexual activity. Your dose may be affected by other drugs you're taking, among other things.
Cialis can potentially interact with a number of medications, including alpha blockers and nitrates. This eMedTV segment explains how Cialis drug interactions can cause dizziness, headache, and a decrease in blood pressure, among other things.
Among the Cialis precautions and warnings covered on this eMedTV page are potential drug interactions, conditions to let your doctor know about before taking Cialis (like leukemia) and people who shouldn't take the drug (like those taking a nitrate).
One alternative to Cialis is "herbal Cialis." But as this eMedTV article explains, no herbs or supplements have proven effective at treating erectile dysfunction (ED). This page lists things to be aware of if you are considering taking herbal Cialis.
As this eMedTV article explains, there is currently no generic Cialis available. This is because the medication is protected by a patent until 2016. Once the patent expires, a generic version of Cialis is expected to become available.
There are possible side effects of Cialis, and blindness is one seen rarely. This eMedTV page discusses a condition called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), which can lead to sudden loss of vision in some people on Cialis.
As this eMedTV segment explains, Cialis is not an addictive or habit-forming drug. Therefore, it's important to know that continuing to need the medication to achieve an erection is not considered a Cialis addiction.
If you are taking Cialis, it may not be safe for you to drink alcohol. As this page of the eMedTV site explains, the combination of Cialis and alcohol may increase the effects of alcohol and cause dizziness, a rapid heart rate, and low blood pressure.
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