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The FDA Approved a Third Drug Named Cialis
To Treat ED

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Cialis
(tadalafil) which is a oral medication to treat ED in men. This is
the third oral product approved for ED. Cialis is different than the
other currently approved ED medications mainly because it stays
and works in the body longer. Cialis acts by relaxing muscles in
the penis and blood vessels which allows increased blood flow
into the penis producing an erection. Cialis was evaluated in
placebo controlled randomized trials involving more than 4,000
ED affected men. Cialis effectiveness was assessed using a
sexual function questionnaire on the effects. Additionally, patients
were asked to report if they were able to achieve an erection
sufficient enough for intercourse and also if their erection was
maintained to allow full completion of intercourse. In all of these
ED trials, Cialis improved the men's ability to achieve and
maintain an erection.

The recommended starting dose of Cialis for most patients is
10mg taken 30-60 minutes prior to anticipated sexual activity. A
higher dose of 20mg is available for ED patients whose
response to the 10mg dose is not adequate. Cialis should not be
used more than once per day. Cialis should also not be used
with nitrates, such as nitroglycerin tablets and patches or with an
alpha blocker. Alpha blockers are medicines used to treat
benign prostatic hyperplasia and high blood pressure.
Combining Cialis and alpha blockers may significantly lower
blood pressure and lead to fainting or even death in some men.
Because some prescription drugs affect the metabolism of
Cialis, patients should inform their physician that they are taking
Cialis to treat ED. For example, patients taking ketoconazole or
ritonoavir should not take more than a 10mg dose of Cialis once
every 72 hours. In most men, after taking a single dose of Cialis,
some of the drug will remain in the body for more than 2 days. In
those with decreased kidney function, taking certain medications
( ketoconazole or ritonavir ) or have an impairment of the liver -
Cialis can remain in the body longer. For those with moderately
or severely decreased kidney function, the starting dose of Cialis
is 5mg taken once daily. In this group, the dose may be raised to
10mg taken once every 48 hours. Patients with mild or moderate
liver impairment, the maximum dose of Cialis is 10mg.

Cialis should not be taken by men with a cardiovascular issue or
a heart condition. ED patients should inform their doctor about
any heart problems that they have experienced before taking
Cialis. Cialis is not recommended in patients who have suffered
a heart attack or stroke within the last six months or ED patients
who have very low blood pressure or very high blood pressure or
retinitis pigmentosa, which is a eye disorder. The most common
side effects of Cialis in clinical trials included back pain, muscle
aches, flushing, headache, indigestion and stuffy or runny nose.
Patients who get back pain and muscle aches usually get it 12 to
24 hours after taking Cialis and these usually go away by
themselves within 48 hours. A small number of patients taking
Cialis also reported abnormal vision. Before taking Cialis,
patients are advised to undergo a thorough medical history and
physical examination to attempt to diagnose the underlying
cause of the ED and to identify appropriate treatment.

Have Realistic Expectations

Medications such as Cialis won't make you feel like you're 20
again, but it can help you achieve satisfying sexual relations
more often. Be willing to work with your physician to find which
prescription drug and dosage best works for you. For some men,
Cialis is not a safe or effective choice. Other treatment options
for ED may work. These include medications and treatments that
are injected into the penis or put into the urethra before sex,
penis pumps, vacuum constriction devices and penile implants.

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