Cialis Stats & Facts
Pharmaceutical Company:
Lilly Icos
Pharmaceutical Generic Name:
Tadalafil
Launch Date:
Available in 40 countries, pending approval in the United States for the later part of 2003
What is Cialis?
Tadalafil is an oral phosphodiesterase inhibitor (PDE5) used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED).
Cialis is prescribed for:
Men who experience difficulties in achieving and maintaining an erection.
How does it work?
Cialis works by assisting the blood flow in the penis to achieve and maintain an erection in combination with sexual stimulation.
In clinical trials, Cialis:
- Worked for 81 percent of the patients compared to placebos
- Safe for diabetic and post-op prostate patients
- Indicated excellent tolerability and safety for of ED in a broad range of patients
In Europe, Cialis is known as the weekend pill
Compared to Viagra:
Cialis can be taken on an empty or full stomach. It is unaffected by meals high in fat.
Cialis is more selective at targeting PDE5 receptor sites
Successfully, Cialis works for patients with diabetes or who have had prostate surgery.
Specialty:
Cialis improves the quality of an erection and demonstrates rapid and reliable response
Cialis Testimonial:
Francois Eid, MD, a clinical associate professor at Weill Cornell medical college: "
Even after a heavy, fatty meal, Cialis’ absorption rate and onset of action are the same as with an empty stomach."
Usage Frequency:
Cialis can be taken as needed once a day by mouth. It should be ingested one hour prior to sexual activity with or without food.
Cialis Passion Power:
45-75 minutes
Stamina Duration:
Up to 36 hours
What to avoid while taking Cialis:
- Grapefruit or grapefruit juice
- Recreational drugs
- Poppers
- Medications containing amyl or butyl nitrite
Who should NOT take Cialis?
- Men taking nitrate drugs, or alpha blockers, liver enzymes, inhibitors and inducers, cimetidine, rifamycins, St. John's wort, certain anti-seizure medications
- Women and children
- Men prescribed for high blood pressure, kidney or liver conditions or prostate symptoms
Common Side Effects:
Headache, back pain, upset stomach, flushing, dizziness, and flu-like symptoms
Other Notes:
Before taking Cialis, report your entire medical history to your physician. If you have heart problems your physician may not recommend Cialis for you. If you experience any of the following medical conditions while having sex, cease sexual activity and tell your doctor immediately: severe dizziness, fainting, chest pain, a painful or prolonged erection (lasting more than 4 hours).
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include back pain, muscle pain, abnormal vision. Do not share Cialis with others, since they may have a problem that is not effectively treated by this drug, or they may have a condition that is complicated by this Cialis.
Cialis dose options:
10-mg, and 20-mg tablets.
