Precautions to be taken before using Cialis tadalafil

Cialis tadalafil is hailed as the next big revolution after the blockbuster Viagra. The oral erectile dysfunction treatment medicine has given new found spontaneity to love-making in men suffering from impotence.

Cialis tadalafil belongs to the same class of medicine as Viagra and hence they work the same way, but Cialis tadalafil is rated better than Viagra by some men because of its fast acting and long lasting property. Once taken, Cialis tadalafil becomes effective in 30-60 minutes and remains in the body for 36 hours. Viagra on the other hand takes 60 minutes to become effective and remains for about 4 hours. Due to its long lasting property Cialis is fondly called the 36 hours pill or the 'Weekend Pill'.

Cialis was approved for use as a prescription only impotence treatment drug by the FDA in 2003. Though Cialis tadalafil was launched five-years after the release of immensely popular drug Viagra, it is giving a tough challenge to Viagra on account of its long-lasting property. While Cialis is proven to be a safe and effective oral impotence treatment drug, it can turn out to be life-threatening for men who use it without taking proper precaution. This article defines Cialis tadalafil and discusses important precautions to be taken before using Cialis tadalafil for impotence treatment.

Define Cialis tadalafil

Like Viagra, Cialis tadalafil belongs to the class of medicine called phosphodiesterase Type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors and therefore work the same way. Once taken, the active ingredient in Cialis called tadalafil blocks the action of PDE5 enzyme and thereby allows more of the chemicals responsible for erection to remain so that the muscles in the penis do not constrict. The mechanism allows blood to stay in the penis longer, causing a man with ED to maintain a prolonged erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. After the sexual activity gets completed, the erection dissipates and the penis returns to its normal flaccid state.

Like other medicines in its class - Viagra and Levitra, Cialis does not cause men with ED to have erection on its own. Sexual stimulation is still required to help men with impotence to get and maintain an erection.

Precautions to take before using Cialis tadalafil

Before using Cialis Tadalafil for impotence treatment, it is important to discuss precautions to take before using Cialis tadalafil with your doctor. Consultations with doctor are important because Cialis is contraindicated with some medical conditions and certain medicines. Listed here are necessary precautions to take before using Cialis tadalafil.

* While discussing Cialis treatment with a doctor face-to-face or via online consultation, inform him in detail about your medical conditions and any medicines you may be taking. This is especially required if you take medicines for blood pressure, alpha blockers, anti-fungal, or HIV so your doctor can be aware of potential drug interactions.
* Do not use Cialis tadalafil if you are using any form of nitrate medicines such as nitroglycerin (e.g., Nitrostat or Transderm-Nitro lower blood pressure. Concomitant use of Cialis tadalafil with nitrates can dangerously lower blood pressure.
* Do not use Cialis tadalafil if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
* Protease Inhibitors increase the amount of Cialis tadalafil in blood, prolonging its action. Men on protease inhibitors should use the lowest possible dose of Cialis.
* Inform your doctor if you are suffering from heart diseases such as angina, congestive heart failure, or irregular heartbeats.
* Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney disease or kidney failure.
* Inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver disease or liver failure
* Inform your doctor if you have a history of a heart attack, stroke, or life-threatening arrhythmia within the past three months.
* Discuss with your doctor if you are healthy enough to engage in sexual activity before using Cialis for impotence treatment.
* In case you experience a Cialis side effect causing you to have an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours (priapism) please seek medical help immediately to avoid permanent damage to the penis.
* In case you experience a sudden decrease or loss of vision or hearing, stop taking Cialis tadalafil and call your doctor right away.
* Do not drink alcohol in excess when using Cialis tadalafil, as it may raise your chances of getting dizzy or lowering your blood pressure.
* Never take more than one dose of Tadalafil Cialis in 36 hours.
* Never alter Cialis tadalafil dosage without first consulting your doctor.
* Cialis does not help to increase your libido as it is not an aphrodisiac.
* Cialis does not protect you against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV.
* Cialis tadalafil is not recommended for use in women and children.