Cialis is used to treat male sexual function problems (erection
problems).
How to use:
This drug is taken by mouth as needed between four hours and one-half
hour before sexual activity (about one hour before is most effective)
can last up to 36 hours. Take only as directed, usually once daily
as needed. CIALIS works along with sexual stimulation to help achieve
an erection.
Side effects:
Possible side effects include headache, flushing, upset stomach,
stuffy nose, urinary tract infection, diarrhea, and visual changes
such as mild and temporary changes in blue/green colors or increased
sensitivity to light.
Precautions:
Before using this drug, it is important to mention in the medical
questionnaire any allergies (especially drug allergies), any penis
conditions such as fibrosis/scarring, history of painful/prolonged
erection (priapism), sickle cell anemia, blood system cancers (such
as leukemia or myeloma), or Peyronie's disease, eye problems (retina
diseases), kidney or liver disease, bleeding disorders or active
stomach ulcers, heart diseases, stroke or severe high or low blood
pressure. Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate side effects
of this drug. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising
from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. The elderly may
be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, therefore caution
is advised in this group.
Drug Interactions:
It is important that you list all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine you use on the medical questionnaire, especially any nitrate
medications (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide, dinitrate), nitroprusside
(any nitric oxide donor medicines), cimetidine, erythromycin, azole
antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), mibefradil, rifamycins
(e.g., rifampin) or high blood pressure medicines. DO NOT USE CIALIS
IF YOU ARE TAKING ANY NITRATE MEDICATION (e.g., nitroglycerin,
isosorbide, dinitrate), nitroprusside (any nitric oxide donor medicines).
Overdose:
If overdose is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately
Storage:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep this
and all medications out of the reach of children.
Doses:
There are 10 mg and 20 mg pills available. The recommended
dose is no more then one pill (10/20mgs) per day.
Notes:
Do not share this medication with others |
