- What exactly is tadalafil?
- I heard Cialis is a PDE5 inhibitor? What exactly does that mean?
- How much of and how often can tadalafil taken?
- How long does this medication stay in a man’s system?
- Is tadalafil approved by the FDA?
- Are their any side effects to be concerned about?
- Can this medication be taken with alcohol?
- What does authentic tadalafil look like?
- Does this drug prevent STDs?
- Are there any food interactions I should know about?
- Is tadalafil available with no prescription?
Frequently Asked Questions about Tadalafil (Cialis)
Tadalafil (Cialis) is a medication that is used to enhance sex lives of men everywhere. People have questions about how it can help them, and these questions are asked by couples of all ages.
What exactly is tadalafil?
This is the generic name for Cialis. It is in the class of erectile dysfunction drugs called PDE5 inhibitor.
I heard Cialis is a PDE5 inhibitor? What exactly does that mean?
It stops a certain enzyme (cGMP-specific phosphodiesterase type 5) that resides within the tissues of the penis. This is what helps a man get an erection once stimulated if he is on tadalafil.
How much of and how often can tadalafil taken?
Cialis tablets are available in 5, 10, and 20mg doses. This brand name version of tadalafil is usually designated to be taken once a day or as needed.
How long does this medication stay in a man’s system?
It stays in a man’s system for 36 hours. This provides for greater flexibility than other PDE5 inhibitors such as Viagra or Vardenafil.
Is tadalafil approved by the FDA?
Yes it is. It has been approved by the FDA as of May 2009.
Are their any side effects to be concerned about?
The most common ones include headache, indigestion, back pain, muscle aches, flushing, and stuffy or runny nose. Sometimes blurred vision takes place. In more rare cases vision impairment or sudden hearing loss may occur.
Can this medication be taken with alcohol?
Just like with most ED prescription drugs it is not recommended. At the very least it can reduce the effectiveness of it the tadalafil.
What does authentic tadalafil look like?
The brand name Cialis version of this medication is of a rounded triangle shape with a huge “C” imprinted on it with a dosage number to the right of it (i.e. “C 20”).
Does this drug prevent STDs?
No, it does not prevent STDs. You need to use a condom for this and this would be the only way to prevent sexually transmitted diseases.
Are there any food interactions I should know about?
Grapefruit or grapefruit juice should not be used with tadalafil. Speak to your doctor to find out if there are any other concerns regarding food or drink.
Is tadalafil available with no prescription?
It may be but it is not legal. You either need to obtain authorization via an online health professional or you need to get a prescription from your doctor.