Frequently Asked Questions
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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. Some men can only take a
low dose of Cialis because of medical conditions or medicines they take. 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.
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