Drug Uses
Cialis is a prescription medicine taken by mouth for the
treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) in men.
How Taken
Take Cialis exactly as your doctor prescribes. Cialis comes
in different doses (5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg). For most men, the
recommended starting Cialis dose is 10 mg. Cialis should be
taken no more than once a day. Your doctor will prescribe the
dose that is right for you.
Warnings/Precautions
Cialis can cause your blood pressure to drop suddenly to an
unsafe level if it is taken with certain other medicines such
as nitrates and alpha-blockers, and recreational drugs that
contain nitrates called "poppers". A sudden drop in your blood
pressure could cause you to become dizzy, faint, or have a
heart attack or stroke. Until you are certain how you are
affected by Cialis, use caution when driving or operating
heavy machinery. Cialis contains some lactose and should not
be taken by patients who are lactose intolerant. Also, during
treatment you should avoid grapefruit juice. Taking Cialis
with grapefruit juice can increase your chances of
experiencing undesirable side effects. If you are taking
medications with nitrates or nitric oxide, have uncontrolled
blood pressure (high or low), or if you have a history of
stroke or heart attack DO NOT take Cialis.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However,
if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose
and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a
double dose to make up for a missed one.
Possible Side Effects
The most common side effects with Cialis are headache,
indigestion, back pain, muscle aches, flushing, and stuffy or
runny nose. These side effects usually go away after a few
hours. Patients who get back pain and muscle aches usually get
it 12 to 24 hours after taking Cialis. Back pain and muscle
aches usually go away by themselves within 48 hours. Call your
doctor if you get a side effect that bothers you or one that
will not go away.
Storage
Store Cialis at room temperature between 59 and 86 F (15
and 30 C).
Overdose
In cases of overdose, standard supportive measures should
be adopted as required. Hemodialysis contributes negligibly to
Cialis elimination.
More Information
Do not change your dose of Cialis without talking to your
doctor. Your doctor may lower your dose or raise your dose,
depending on how your body reacts to Cialis. Do not drink
alcohol to excess when taking Cialis (for example, 5 glasses
of wine or 5 shots of whiskey). When taken in excess, alcohol
can increase your chances of getting a headache or getting
dizzy, increasing your heart rate, or lowering your blood
pressure.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers all
uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse
effects of your medication. This is only general information,
and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be
construed as containing specific instructions for any
particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the
accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any
consequences arising from the use of this information,
including damage or adverse consequences to persons or
property, however such damages or consequences arise. No
warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to
this information.
.gif){kind=spacer}