Cialis is a drug which was first developed as a disease medicine by Glaxo SmithKline (previously Glaxo Wellcome) in 1991. It is sometimes referred to as tadalafil. Though it is fast gaining popularity because of its use in treating male erectile dysfunction, it is also used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia. It enables a man hold erection for a longer period of time by increasing the blood flow to the penis.
Precautions
Before taking Cialis, your doctor should know if you are allergic to it. Cialis may contact ingredients which may cause allergic reactions. The medical history of a patient should be well known and key attention on heart problems, kidney disease, low or high blood pressure, and severe dehydration. Penis condition should also be checked. They are the conditions that increase the risk of using Cialis. Cialis should not be combined with other drugs such as staxyn, Levitra, Viagra, or Stendra since they can cause adverse effects such as low blood pressure.
Confirm with you doctor or pharmacist other drugs that should not be used along with Cialis. Directions on the label of any drug should always be followed keenly and the drugs should be taken exactly as directed. The Cialis drug should not be taken more than once per day. Your heart should be confirmed to be healthy for any sexual activity. Cialis should not be taken if you are taking nitrates to treat chest pain since you could experience low blood pressure. Drinking of alcohol should also be avoided when using Cialis.
Dosage
Its dosage varies with treatment intended, for example: when used to treat erectile dysfunction, than the recommended dosage is 10mg, which should be taken at least half an hour before sexual act. A daily dosage of 2.5 mg can sometimes be used. The dosages can be decreased or increased depending on the tolerability and efficiency. The dosage recommended for benign prostatic hyperplasia is 5 mg which should be taken at the same time daily. While the recommended dosage for pulmonary arterial hypertension can be 20, 40, or 60 mg depending on a physician examination on a patient. A daily dosage of 40 mg daily has proven to be effective in 16 weeks.
Cialis Side Effects
Its common side effects include back pain, headache, indigestion, muscle aches, acid reflux, burping, running nose and flushing. It also has serious side effects such as vision impairment, hearing loss, shortness of breath, an irregular heartbeat and chest pain. Any erections lasting for more than 4 hours should be checked by a doctor. It is also advisable that you consult a doctor should you experience pain or numbness during sexual activity.
Seek emergency medical assistance if you experience any of the following signs: difficulty in breathing, if you become nauseated or dizzy during sex activity, swelling on your lips, face, throat or tongue. Other signs that call for emergency treatment are numbness, pain in your arms, neck, jaw or chest, any change in vision or hearing. Cialis should be kept safely and should not be shared with others.
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