Cialis (tadalafil)

What is Cialis?

Cialis is a treatment for erectile dysfunction manufactured by Lilly ICOS. Cialis works in a similar way to the popular erectile dysfunction drug Viagra but there is evidence from clinical trials that Cialis has a longer period of effectiveness than Viagra. Cialis can remain effective for around 36 hours allowing a greater level of spontaneity than other erectile dysfunction treatments which tend to last for around 4 hours. Cialis is normally absorbed into the bloodstream quickly and can be effective in as little as 30 minutes.

How to Buy Cialis

Cialis is a prescription medication so you must complete a consultation form before you can buy Cialis online. Consultations are entirely free and you are under no obligation to make a purchase.

Is Cialis Suitable?

Cialis is not appropriate for every man suffering from erectile dysfunction because it interacts with certain medications. When you answer our consultation questions, the doctor will let you know if Cialis is suitable for you. We will also assess you for Viagra and Levitra, the other two erectile dysfunction treatments which fall into the category of PDE-5 inhibitors. Although Cialis may have a longer period of duration than either Viagra or Levitra, you must remember that if you are unfortunate enough to suffer side effects from taking the medication, these side effects will also last for the length of time that the medication is active – this can be up to 36 hours.

Cialis may not be the most appropriate medication for you but we will only be able to advise you on this once we have a completed consultation form from you. For most people, Cialis, Viagra and Levitra are equally appropriate but not always.

Cialis Effectiveness

Cialis has been subjected to 22 different clinical studies involving more than 4,000 patients. In these clinical studies, Cialis has been shown to improve the erectile function in most men, including those with mild, moderate and severe erectile dysfunction. Cialis was shown to last up to 36 hours in most men so you can take Cialis in advance, allowing intimacy with your partner to develop spontaneously. With Cialis you do not need to plan around meals or avoid high fat foods because the absorption of Cialis is not affected by food. Aspects of erectile dysfunction which were significantly improved by Cialis include:

• Satisfaction with the hardness of erections
• Ability to maintain erections for successful sexual intercourse
• Confidence in ability to achieve and maintain an erection
• Satisfaction with sexual intercourse

What are the side effects of Cialis

Few people get side effects with Cialis but we have provided a full list of potential side effects picked up in the clinical trials in the pre-purchase guidance that is available after you have been approved. Some of the side effects that can occur with the use of Cialis are headaches, myalgia (lower back muscular pain) and indigestion. Not everyone will get side effects but it is important to make yourself aware of what might happen. Most of the potential side effects are quite mild.

If you are confused about which erectile dysfunction treatment might be best for you, please do not hesitate to e-mail us or call our helpline and a member of staff would be delighted to assist you.

Reviewed by: Dr Loraine Haslam MBBS, DRCOG, DFSRH, LoC SDI, LoC IUT, MRCGP
GMC registration number: 4524038
Date: 9 June 2024
Next review: 8 June 2026
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Information Leaflet

Source and further information

Download Cialis Patient Information Leaflet