How To Use Cialis

Your prescribing doctor will give you specific directions for how to use Cialis, but there are some basic guidelines that will help you get started. Cialis is a prescription medication used to treat men who have difficulty getting or keeping an erection. It comes in a tablet form that is taken by mouth.

1. Discuss your full history with your doctor. This includes all prescriptions, over the counter medication, and alcohol or illegal drug use. This is embarrassing, but important so the doctor can advise you correctly. Also make sure your doctor is aware of your full medical history, as certain conditions, such as heart disease, may make sex more dangerous, and not in a good way.
2. Cialis can be taken on an empty stomach or along with food. Before drinking alcohol with Cialis, ask your doctor if it’s okay. Alcohol can worsen side effects from Cialis, if you have any.
3. This medication can be taken one of two ways. It can be taken intermittently before sexual activity, but no more than once every twenty-four hours. It can also be taken daily. Which is better for you depends on your health, lifestyle, and doctor’s recommendation. If you are having regular sexual activity, or are hoping to, daily dosing may be a better option for you.
4. Usually, your doctor will start you with a medium dose, and then raise or lower your dose of Cialis depending on how you respond. If you are not in the best of health, your doctor may start you on a lower daily dose, or recommend not using it too frequently if only taking the medication intermittently.
5. Avoid using street drugs that contain nitrates, commonly known as poppers, while taking Cialis, as this can be a dangerous combination.
6. If you have any side effects, stop taking Cialis and call your doctor immediately. These side effects can include chest pains, blurred vision, fainting, hearing loss or vomiting.

Cialis is generally safe for most men, but it’s important to disclose your medical history to your doctor before taking, and to not take it more often or a higher dose than is recommended.