Cialis is a prescription medication that is used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). In its working, the active ingredient of Cialis, tadalafil is similar to sildenafil (Viagra) and vardenafil (Levitra).

About Cialis

Cialis, its active ingredient tadalafil, is a PDE5 inhibitor whose action aims to treat cases of ED. Its initial development was carried out by the biotechnology company ICOS. Further development and its marketing was carried out by a joint venture of Eli Lilly and Company and the ICOS Corporation; called Lilly ICOS, LLC. Available in dosages of 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg and 20mg, the yellow almond shaped Cialis tablets have been very effective as an impotence treatment option. No other prescription medication for treatment of ED offers the kind of options offered by Cialis. It’s available for daily use and is also available as the ’36 hour Cialis’. Cialis, owing to its longer-lasting affect, has also been dubbed the ‘The Weekend Pill’.

Who can take Cialis?

Cialis has a very good safety profile and can be taken by anyone suffering from ED. However, you must not take this medication if you are taking medicines called "nitrates". These are the medications that are typically prescribed if you suffer from chest pain. It’s been seen that the combination of Cialis with such medications can lead to a dramatic decrease in blood pressure. You must also avoid Cialis if you are allergic to the ingredients of this medication. Before taking Cialis, apprise the doctor of your medical history as well as your current intake of medications.

Cialis – Ingredients

The active ingredient in Cialis is called tadalafil. It is a PDE5 inhibitor that helps increase penile blood flow post sexual stimulation. It’s important to understand that tadalafil alone is not going to help you experience the erection that you need. Sexual stimulation is a pre-requisite for the ingredient to become effective. Another important fact to take note of is that Cialis with its active ingredient tadalafil should by no means be considered to be a cure for ED.

Cialis and other impotence medications – Essential differences

The difference between Cialis and other medications like Viagra and Levitra is that this medication offers you options. There are two different dosing options for Cialis. You can choose to go for either one of them depending on your specific need and also your lifestyle. If you are looking for a low dose option that helps you be in readiness for frequent sexual activity, then Cialis for daily use should be the option that you can choose. On the other hand, if you are looking for a longer-lasting option where just one dose can work for as long as 36 hours; the 36-hour Cialis must be your choice of dosage. Both are an effective treatment option for mild, moderate or severe cases of ED.

There is also another area where Cialis scores over other ED medications. You don’t have to plan the intake of Cialis around meals. Also, it helps you become spontaneous with respect to your sexual activity. No other prescription ED medication gives you this benefit.