Cialis Directions and Use

Precautions when taking Cialis

As with all prescription drugs, a man needs to exercise some caution when taking Cialis for the treatment of impotence. This is particularly true for those who are already taking a course of nitrates for the treatment of chest pain. A combination of nitrates and Cialis can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure, leading to severe health complications.

It's also advisable not to use recreational drugs such as 'poppers' as they also contain nitrates. Anybody who is allergic to any of the ingredients in Cialis must not take it. In the event a man experiences chest pain, dizziness or nausea during intercourse, he must stop sex immediately because sexual activity can put additional strain on the heart, particularly for those already suffering with cardiovascular conditions.

Additional precautions when taking Cialis

It is also important to consider that anybody with high or low blood pressure is at risk with Cialis, as are people who have suffered a stroke. People with liver or kidney problems must avoid taking Cialis, along with people who have suffered from loss of vision. Cialis is inadvisable for men with blood cell conditions such as sickle cell anemia or leukemia.

There is an increased risk of getting a headache or becoming dizzy when Cialis is taken with alcohol. The direct result of this would be an increase in heart rate which would lower blood pressure.

Can other medicines affect the efficacy of Cialis?

As with all prescription medications, Cialis should be taken under a doctor’s supervision. Certain other medications may lower the efficacy of Cialis or may completely prevent a man from taking the medicine. Taking Cialis along with alpha blockers or blood pressure medications is not recommended.

Medicines for HIV or antifungal medications also affect Cialis, as do other erectile dysfunction treatments. It's important to be aware of the fact that tadalafil is marketed as ADCIRCA for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension; so Cialis and ADCIRCA must never be taken together.