Cialis FAQs 
 
1. How exactly does cialis work?
Cialis works by enhancing the effects of one of the chemicals the body normally releases during arousal. This allows an increase of blood flow. An erection is the result of an increase in blood flow into certain internal areas. 
  
2. How do I take this medication?
Cialis should be taken before sexual activity. Cialis may be taken with or without food. For more detailed information consult with your health care provider.  

3. Are there any side effects with Cialis? As with any drug product, there may be side effects. The most commonly reported side effects in patients treated with Cialis during the testing of the product were:  a. Headache b. Indigestion c. Back Pain d. Muscle Pain e. Flushing f. Stuffy Nose

Patients who get back pain and muscle aches usually get them 12 to 24 hours after taking Cialis and these usually go away by themselves within 48 hours. A small number of patients taking Cialis also reported abnormal vision. 
 
4. What important information should you know about Cialis?
  
* Cialis can cause your blood pressure to drop suddenly to an unsafe level if it is taken with any nitrate medication or with any alpha-blocker medication (alpha blockers are medicines used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and high blood pressure) other than FLOMAX (tamsulosin) 0.4 mg daily. You could get dizzy, faint or have a heart attack or stroke.
 
* Tell your healthcare provider that you take Cialis. If you need emergency medical care for a heart problem, it will be important for your health care provider to know when you last took Cialis.
 
* After taking a single tablet, some of the active ingredient of Cialis remains in your body for more than 2 days. The active ingredient can remain longer if you have problems with your kidneys or liver, or you are taking certain other medications. 
  
5. Is cialis save for everyone? 

No. Patients taking nitrates or alpha blockers should not take cialis and consult their doctor The combination of these with Cialis could significantly lower blood pressure and lead to fainting or even death in some men. Your doctor is the best person to determine if this medication is safe for you. 
 
6. Can Cialis be used with other treatments for impotence?
 
The safety and effectiveness of Cialis when used with other treatments for impotence has not been studied. Combined use could lead to additional lowering of blood pressure, possibly to unsafe levels. Therefore the use of such treatments in combination with Cialis is not recommended.

7. How is Cialis supplied?
 
Cialis is available as oral tablets in 5mg, 10mg and 20mg strengths.