Cialis relaxes blood vessel muscles, increasing blood flow to certain regions of the body. Cialis is used by adult males. * It belongs to a class of medications known as phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. These medications cure erectile dysfunction (ED) by relaxing blood arteries, which increases blood flow to the penis. They relax the bladder muscles to relieve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and allow urine to flow more readily.
This page discusses Cialis doses, including their form, strengths, and how to take the medication. This comprehensive guide will teach you all you need to know about Cialis.
What is Cialis?
Cialis is FDA-approved for the treatment of the following diseases in males
- erectile dysfunction (ED), a condition in which you cannot acquire or maintain an erection.
- Symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a prostate disorder that can cause urinary issues.
- ED and symptoms of BPH combined
Cialis is a pill that you swallow. It’s available in four strengths: 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg. Depending on your situation and the ailment being treated, you will take Cialis before sexual activity or once a day.
How Does Cialis Work?
Cialis works by boosting blood flow to the penis, allowing a person to get and sustain an erection. It also inhibits the PDE5 enzyme, enhancing the effects of nitric oxide (NO). NO causes a chain of chemical processes that improve blood flow to the penis by relaxing blood vessels. Cialis also relaxes the smooth muscles of the prostate and bladder. It is not effective against sexually transmitted diseases (STIs). You Can watch it on Youtube.
How to use Cialis
- Read the Patient Information Leaflet, if available from your pharmacist, before beginning to take tadalafil each time you obtain a refill. If you have any questions, go to your doctor or pharmacist.
- Take this medication orally, with or without a meal, as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take tadalafil more than once per day.
- The manufacturer recommends swallowing this medicine whole. However, many comparable medications (immediate-release pills) may be divided or crushed. Follow your doctor’s advice for using this medicine.
- The dose is determined by your medical condition, treatment response, and any other drugs you are now taking. Inform your doctor and pharmacist about any goods you use (including prescription, nonprescription, and herbal medications).
Positive effects
- Cialis is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). It enhances blood flow to the penis after sexual stimulation, allowing men to maintain a strong enough erection for intercourse.
- Cialis is also used to manage the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
- Cialis is available as a lower-strength pill that may be taken every day, reducing the need to ‘plan’ for sex.
- Cialis is also sold as an ‘as required’ pill. One pill has a lasting impact of up to 36 hours.
- The suggested ‘as required’ dose for Cialis is 10mg, given before sexual activity. The dose can be raised to 20 mg or reduced to 5 mg. It should only be taken once per day.
- The recommended beginning dose for Cialis designed for once-daily usage is 2.5mg, taken at the same time every day, regardless of sexual activity. This dose may be raised to 5mg/day depending on need and tolerance.
- Can be consumed with or without a meal.
- Tadalafil is a generic version of Cialis.
Side effects
- Cialis should not be taken if you are simultaneously taking a nitrate medication for chest discomfort or cardiac issues, such as nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, or some recreational substances like “poppers”. Taking tadalafil with a nitrate medication might result in a fast and severe drop in blood pressure.
- When Cialis is used with certain medications, it might have unintended or harmful consequences.
- If your erection is uncomfortable or lasts more than 4 hours, call your doctor or seek emergency medical treatment. A prolonged erection (priapism) can cause harm to the penis.
- If you experience nausea, chest discomfort, or dizziness while having sex, get medical attention immediately.
- If you have abrupt vision loss while using Cialis, discontinue use and seek emergency medical care.
Duration of action
Although sildenafil, vardenafil, and tadalafil all inhibit PDE5, tadalafil has a longer half-life (17.5 hours) than sildenafil and vardenafil, which are both 4-5 hours. This results in a prolonged duration of effect, which contributes to the moniker “The Weekend Pill”. Furthermore, tadalafil’s extended half-life underpins its daily therapeutic usage in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.
In conclusion, Cialis represents a solution for adult males grappling with erectile dysfunction (ED) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). As a phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, it not only facilitates enhanced blood flow for achieving and maintaining erections but also alleviates symptoms associated with BPH.
Author: Dr. Faride Ramos , MD, Education and training: Residency: MacNeal Hospital, Berwyn, Illinois. Medical School: Universidad Del Norte Programa De Medicina, Graduated 2005
