{"id":66,"date":"2026-09-29T15:20:40","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T19:20:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novameds.health\/us\/product\/cialis\/"},"modified":"2026-10-01T09:02:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T13:02:11","slug":"cialis","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/novameds.health\/us\/product\/cialis\/","title":{"rendered":"Cialis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section id=\"overview\" data-nav=\"Overview\"><span class=\"kicker\">Overview<\/span><h2>What Cialis is<\/h2><p>Cialis contains tadalafil, a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor with a longer duration of action than sildenafil. It is used for erectile dysfunction and, in some strengths, for the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.<\/p><p>Suitability and dosing are decided by a prescriber on the basis of the approved product information.<\/p><\/section>\n<section id=\"how\" data-nav=\"How it works\"><span class=\"kicker\">How it works<\/span><h2>PDE5 inhibition, <em>longer acting<\/em><\/h2><p>Like sildenafil, tadalafil blocks PDE5 and strengthens the natural response to sexual stimulation. Its half-life of about 17.5 hours means that a single dose can remain effective for up to 36 hours.<\/p><div class=\"mech\"><div><b>On demand<\/b><span>Taken before sexual activity; effective for up to 36 hours.<\/span><\/div><div><b>Once daily<\/b><span>Lower doses taken every day, as set out in the product information.<\/span><\/div><\/div><p>In some strengths it is also authorized for the urinary symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.<sup><a href=\"#references\">1<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/section>\n<section id=\"safety\" data-nav=\"Safety\"><span class=\"kicker\">Safety<\/span><h2>Side effects and warnings<\/h2><p>Commonly reported side effects include:<\/p><ul class=\"bul\"><li>Headache, indigestion and flushing<\/li><li>Back pain and muscle aches<\/li><li>Nasal congestion<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"warn\"><svg class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-alert\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>Important<\/strong>Must not be taken with nitrates or riociguat, as the combination can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure. Seek urgent help for an erection lasting more than 4 hours or for sudden loss of vision. Always read the patient information leaflet.<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section id=\"documents\" data-nav=\"Documents\"><span class=\"kicker\">Documents<\/span><h2>Product information<\/h2><div class=\"docs\"><a class=\"doc-row\" href=\"https:\/\/pi.lilly.com\/us\/cialis-ppi.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"ico\"><svg class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-file\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span>Patient information leaflet<small>Patient Information \u00b7 Eli Lilly<\/small><\/span><span class=\"end\">PDF<span class=\"visually-hidden\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/span><\/a><a class=\"doc-row\" href=\"https:\/\/pi.lilly.com\/us\/cialis-pi.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"ico\"><svg class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-file\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span>Prescribing Information<small>Cialis \u00b7 official document<\/small><\/span><span class=\"end\">PDF<span class=\"visually-hidden\"> (opens in a new tab)<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/section>\n<section id=\"faq\" data-nav=\"FAQ\"><span class=\"kicker\">FAQ<\/span><h2>Common questions<\/h2><div class=\"faq\" style=\"margin-top:18px\"><details open><summary>Do I need a prescription?<svg class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-plus\"\/><\/svg><\/summary><p>Cialis is a prescription-only medicine. After your request, the partner pharmacy verifies whether and how supply is possible, for example through an existing prescription or an assessment by an independent doctor where permitted.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How is it different from Viagra?<svg class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-plus\"\/><\/svg><\/summary><p>Both are PDE5 inhibitors. Tadalafil acts for longer, up to 36 hours, and can also be taken daily at a lower dose.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Does it work without sexual stimulation?<svg class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-plus\"\/><\/svg><\/summary><p>No. It strengthens the natural response to sexual stimulation and does not cause an erection by itself.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Do I pay when I send a request?<svg class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#i-plus\"\/><\/svg><\/summary><p>No. Payment is arranged individually with customer service once your request has been reviewed and can proceed.<\/p><\/details><\/div><\/section>\n<section id=\"references\" data-nav=\"References\"><span class=\"kicker\">References<\/span><h2>Sources<\/h2><ol class=\"refs\"><li><span>Cialis: Prescribing Information. 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