About Cialis (Tadalafil)

   Cialis, also known as tadalafil relaxes the muscles and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body and hence used in men for treating erectile dysfunction. Cialis is not recommended for women or children. Sometimes, people with enlarged prostate glands, acondition which is often referred as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia are also treated with Cialis drug.

   Although Viagra, Levitra and Cialis all work in the same way, the phenomenal distinction in Cialis drug is its longer half-life (17.50 hours). This longer duration of action results in a condition named as "Weekend Pill" sobriquet. The recommended dosage of Cialis in most men varies from 5 mg to 15 mg depending upon the person's needs and his tolerance to the drug.

   Before Taking Cialis: Men allergic to Cialis are not recommended to intake the drug. Certain persons take nitrate drugs for chest and heart diseases. Such persons should not take Cialis drug as the combination of both the drugs results in the sudden decrease of blood pressure. Persons having conditions like heart/lung/kidney disease, a blood cell disorder, a bleeding disorder or a physical deformity of the penis are advised to take special tests before taking the Cialis drug in order to prevent any other effects.

   Steps While Taking A Tablet: The drug has to be taken according to the doctor's prescription. It can be taken along with the food or without the food and just before sexual activity. Taking the drug along with alcohol is strictly restricted as it causes certain severe side effects. Grape fruit juice also must not be used for taking the tablet as it has harmful interactions with the drug. Cialis tablet has to be swallowed as a whole and not to be broken or split. The dosage is only once per day and not more. Erection does not occur just by taking the tablet but only while sexual stimulation occurs.

   Cialis Side Effects: Get emergency medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction as they could be some serious side effects of the Cialis drug. Some of the serious side effects of the drug are

   Some of the less serious effects are Head ache, Sneezing muscle pain, diarrhea etc. During sexual activity, if you feel any of the above mentioned symptoms, it is better to call the doctor right away and stop using Cialis until otherwise prescribed by doctor again.

   Interactions with Other Drugs: Nitrate drugs are to be completely avoided while using Cialis drug. Otherwise, hypotension may cause fatal reactions to the human body. Cialis drug also reacts with certain antibiotic and anti-fungal drugs and these had to be kept in mind while administrating them. People with HIV/AIDS medication must consult with the doctor before using the Cialis drug. The important things to remember whilst using Cialis tablet are: the tablet has to be taken alone without any other similar drugs and only once per day and you must be aware of its side effects and must never hesitate to call help if any occurs.