What to Know About Generic Viagra & Cialis

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Cialis m way ocer priced m But fanrastic results. 49 healthy. PE is main issue. Took 10mg first time. Followed at 2.5 mg each day at same time. Full penis warm to touch. Ready in moments. Srats ready for up to 15-20 min after ejac. Now using Taladafil Citrate Liquid. 0.2ml dose same time each day. Ready and willing constantly. No side affects as I got from tge Pill. Very very slight congestion.

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took it and nothing has happened yet and its been 2hours.

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Struggled with erectile dysfunction for just over 18 months due to a really stressful job. I’m 44 and my wife is 38. She has always had a high sex drive which just added to the stress for me at that time as I could only really satisfy her with oral sex but I knew she wanted more. Been taking 10mg of Tadalafil for about 2 months now and what a difference. Within 30 minutes of taking it, if we are getting horny together, I manage to get a good firm erection every time without fail. My confide nce has increased so much because my erection lasts the whole session until I ejaculate. It is maintained even when we change sexual positions a few times. It is good that it lasts up to 36 hours. Weekend sex is so good for us again because if I’ve taken a tablet on a Fri evening, it means I can spring to action when we first wake up and again later that day if she still wants it. We’re back to how we were a few years ago now. So we are both delighted. First few times I took it I got some flushing in the face but I don’t get that at all now. Read More Read Less

Short version: GENERIC TADALAFIL WORKS WHEN CHEWED/CRUSHED, NOT SWALLOWED WHOLE. Long version: When I was in my early to mid-40s, a fraction of a 5-mg Cialis tablet (about 1.5 to 2 mg) worked as advertised. I had no trouble maintaining an erection solo and free of pharmaceuticals, but when with a partner, performance anxiety would sometimes cause me to wilt. With Cialis, my performance was beastly. Each pill was pricey, though, at $11-16. Now that generic tadalafil is available (manufacturer: Alembic), each pill is now about 35-40 cents, but it seemed that even a 5-mg tablet wasn’t giving me the results I wanted. 7.5 mg (1.5 tablets) worked better, but not anywhere near as well as brand-name Cialis used to, even at a much lower dose; I chalked up the differential to having aged 7 years since I last tried tadalafil. But when I tried 10 mg of generic tadalafil, I got very poor results. Is there very little active ingredient in this generic version? Or is a higher dose paradoxically providing less effect? After going through one 30-count bottle of generic tadalafil with less than satisfactory results, I experimented further, this time by crushing one 5-mg pill with my teeth, then swallowing the bitter stuff. And that’s when the magic happened, just like with brand-name Cialis years ago. This indicates that the generic version contains the active ingredient, but that its carrier substances aren’t yielding the drug in sufficient quantities to make the drug bioavailable. This explains why the 7.5-mg dose worked better than the 5-mg and 10-mg doses, since the 7.5-mg dose required me to cut one tablet to expose the tablet’s insides, which let more drug reach my circulation and hence my vanguard unit. With further experimentation, I’ve chewed a quarter of a 5-mg tablet, i.e., about 1.25 mg, and the results are fabulous. Why take a larger dose at a higher risk of side effects when it’s not necessary? Yes, Alembic’s rock-hard tablet (metaphorical; it’s not that hard, and it won’t break your teeth to chew it) guards its active ingredient jealously, but it’s in there, waiting to be released through crushing. Full disclosure: I’m a physician, so I approached this pharmacologic experiment with pharmacokinetics in mind. Read More Read Less

What to Know About Generic Viagra & Cialis

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Viagra and Cialis have helped millions of men with erectile dysfunction (a.k.a. impotence) achieve firmer erections and improved sexual experiences. Still, not everyone can afford these prescription medications.

That doesn’t mean you have to choose between going broke or having an unsatisfying sex life. Generic Viagra, called sildenafil, and generic Cialis, tadalafil, are cheaper alternatives that are as safe and effective as their famous counterparts.

Many people don’t realize that generic medications have the same active ingredients and provide the same benefits as their brand-name versions. So in this article, I’ll explain the differences and similarities between branded and generic ED medications, the side effects of generic Viagra and Cialis, and how to make sure the medication you buy online is safe.

What Is ED Medication?

There are four oral FDA-approved medications to treat erectile dysfunction: sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), vardenafil (Levitra), and avanafil (Stendra).

All of these are phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors. They work by blocking the enzyme PDE5, which results in an increase in another molecule (cyclic guanosine monophosphate, or cGMP) that causes muscles to relax.

That may seem counter to an erection, but you want the arteries in the penis to relax, because then more blood can flow into the penis—that’s what causes a penis to swell and become erect.

Sildenafil and tadalafil work the same way as Viagra and Cialis. But you cannot just pop a pill and expect an erection—you need sexual stimulation too. When you combine any of these ED medications with something that turns you on, it results in firmer, longer-lasting erections.

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Treatments: Tadalafil vs Cialis Compared

There are a variety of different causes for ED and a number of different erectile dysfunction treatments available, both medicinal and non-medicinal. One of the most iconic, however, is the ‘blue pill’ that was popularized by Viagra. But Viagra isn’t the only ED pill on the market. in fact — Cialis has gained in popularity over the years. And now, it’s available in a cheaper, generic form (Tadalafil).

Below I have looked at Tadalafil vs Cialis and addressed how they are both used to treat ED, and what should know about taking them.

What’s tadalafil?

Tadalafil is a drug used to treat Erectile Dysfunction (ED). It is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor. PDE5 inhibitors tackle ED by temporarily increasing the blood flow to your penis.

Tadalafil was developed initially by the biotechnology company ICOS, before being evolved and marketed globally by Lilly ICOS — sold under the brand name Cialis.

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What is Cialis?

Cialis is the trade name for the drug tadalafil. It is sold in tablet form and is available in doses of 10 mg and 20 mg.

What is Tadalafil?

Tadalafil is now available as an unbranded, version of the popular ED pill Cialis. It’s a lot cheaper than Cialis and just as effective. It’s recently become available in the UK thanks to its patent expiring. Like Cialis, Tadalafil is provided in a number of doses ranging from 2.5mg to 20mg tablets.

Why take Tadalafil/Cialis?

Tadalafil is one of the four PDE-5 inhibitors available via prescription on the UK market.

  • Tadalafil: sold under the trade name Cialis and works for approximately 36 hours : sold under the trade name Viagra and works for approximately 8 hours
  • Vardenafil: sold under the trade name Levitra and works for approximately 8 hours
  • Avanafil: sold under the trade name Spedra and works for approximately 8 hours

This means that Tadalafil (and therefore Cialis) has the longest lifespan of any of the drugs licensed in the UK to treat ED.

*It is recommended that if you have a cardiovascular disease then you should take Tadalafil/Cialis with caution.

Side effects of tadalafil

The NHS reports a number of side effects that are associated with PDE-5 inhibitors. These include:

  • Back pain
  • Blocked or runny nose
  • Flushing (redness)
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Indigestion
  • Muscle pain
  • Nausea (feeling sick)
  • Vision disturbances
  • Vomiting (being sick)

These side effects come as a result of tadalafil’s capacity to widen your blood vessels.

All of the side effects associated with taking tadalafil usually recede within a couple of hours of taking the drug.

How successful is tadalafil in treating ED?

Studies have shown the drug tadalafil and its trade name Cialis to have a success rate of 60-70% in treating ED. Tadalafil (generic Cialis), is just as effective.

Want to find out more? You can read reviews of Cialis, as well as tadalafil reviews by our customers

Where can I buy ED treatments?

These are prescription-only drugs, so you need to have a doctor’s appointment either offline or online in order to get your hands on Cialis or Tadalafil.

As long as you have a prescription, you are able to buy Tadalafil/Cialis via a high street chemist, from your GP, or from an online pharmacy.

Is there a non-prescription alternative to tackling ED?

There are a number of non-prescription methods of addressing ED, including Viagra Connect, and it is recommended that you give consideration to these alongside any medication you take.

  • Changing your diet (reducing alcohol and fat consumption)
  • Counselling
  • Lowering your stress levels
  • Stopping Smoking
  • Vacuum Devices (Penis Pumps)

Tadalafil is a drug which is used to treat ED. It works by temporarily increasing the blood flow to your penis and is sold via prescription under the trade name Cialis.

Cialis, and its generic version Tadalafil, are currently the longest working ED medications on the UK market.

While it has a success rate of 60-70%, it is recommended that you also consider non-medicinal methods of treating ED before taking Tadalafil or Cialis.

Read next our comparison of Viagra Connect vs Viagra.

Generic Cialis: Is Tadalafil any good?

Tadalafil, which is sometimes referred to as generic Cialis, recently came on the market after the patent for Tadalafil ended in 2017. Tadalafil is the active ingredient in Cialis, and as such there should be no discernible difference between taking the same dose of Tadalafil that you would take if you were using the medication branded as Cialis.

You can buy generic Cialis or Tadalifil here online at PostMyMeds. All you need to do is fill out a short online consultation form so we can make sure the treatment is safe for you to use.

Sometimes, drug companies may choose to give their generic medicine a brand name. This is called a branded generic medicine. Just to confuse matters further, the company that produced the original branded medicine may then decide to produce a generic version of their own brand medicine as well.

It stands to reason that people sometimes get attached to certain products, especially when it comes to treating something like erectile dysfunction, since different products on the market such as Cialis and Viagra have different effects on the user. In the case of generic Cialis (Tadalafil), however, you are getting the very same product (but sometimes from different pharmaceutical companies) if you choose the same dosage.

Cialis generic form is Tadalafil, and is perfectly good when used in its place.

Can I take Tadalafil daily?

The main difference on our site between Cialis and Tadalafil is that you can also order a version of Cialis that comes in 2.5mg and 5mg tablets. This is designed to be taken daily, and many users who get the desired effect from that dosage prefer it since you don’t have to plan ahead when it comes to your sex life.

Tadalafil is a type of PDE5 inhibitor. This type of drug works by increasing the blood flow to the penis after sexual stimulation. The blood vessels delivering blood to the penis increase the amount of blood they deliver, and the blood vessels carrying blood away from the penis decrease the removal of blood, helping the user to achieve and sustain an erection.

The recommended starting Tadalafil dosage is 10mg, and you can increase it to 20mg if you find the response to be inadequate. The tablets should be swallowed with water approximately 30 minutes before sexual activity, but this amount of Cialis should not be used on a continuous daily basis.

How long can you take Tadalafil for?

Tadalafil should not be taken more than once per day, regardless of your chosen dosage. If you are taking Tadalafil for erectile dysfunction on a regular schedule and you missed a dose, try to take it as soon as possible. However, if it’s almost time for your next dose you should skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose or more than one dose per day to make up for missing one.

As long as you don’t experience any side effects, you can continue taking the daily dose of Cialis for as long as required. If you’re using Tadalafil on an as-needed basis (in a 10 or 20mg dose), its effects can last up to 36 hours, giving you plenty of time to get in the bedroom. You still need to be sexually stimulated to achieve an erection after taking Tadalafil, so you should be able to go about your daily routine during this time. If you experience prolonged erections on Tadalafil you should seek medical attention, but such side effects are extremely rare.

Tadalafil use does also carry a small risk of more common side effects, but it is worth noting that only between 1% and 10% of users experience any at all. The most common side effects include:

  • Facial flushing / Hot flushes
  • Indigestion
  • Muscle aches, back & limb pain
  • Stuffy nose
  • Headache (including migraine)
  • Dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances. This could affect skilled tasks such as driving, so it’s best to do a few test runs before you go on a drive or operate any heavy machinery while Tadalafil is still in your system.

Can I cut Tadalafil in half?

The manufacturers advise that tadalafil and Cialis tablets should be swallowed whole with water and are not suitable to be split. This is as accurate dosing cannot be guaranteed when tablets are cut in half or otherwise split.

It is perfectly safe to drink a moderate amount of alcohol after you’ve taken Cialis, but drinking too much will increase your risk of side effects such as dizziness, headaches, increased heart rate and lower blood pressure.

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Generic Cialis: Options, Side Effects, and How It Compares

Tadalafil is a generic version of the prescription drug Cialis. Doctors presribe it to treat erectile dysfunction and benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps relieve erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis.

Generic Cialis is called tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis. Cialis is Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BHP). Generic tadalafil became more widely available after 2018.

According to the FDA , generic medications provide the same benefits as brand-name drugs. Generic medications are considered against the same standards as brand-name versions to make sure that they reach the same level of:

Usually, generic drugs aren’t available until the expiration of the brand name’s patent. Eli Lilly and Company’s patent for Cialis expired in 2018, opening the market to generic competitors.

Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about generic Cialis.

Tadalafil, or generic Cialis, is most commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). However, it’s also used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Along with other medications used to treat ED, Cialis and generic tadalafil are only available by prescription.

Tadalafil, like other phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors, can interact dangerously with nitrate-based medications, such as Imdur and Nitrostat. This includes nitrates used to treat heart conditions and high blood pressure.

Generic versions of tadalafil that are FDA-approved are just as effective as Cialis. The FDA provides a rigorous inspection process to make sure companies selling these generic drugs undergo good manufacturing processes and that their drugs provide the same clinical benefits.

FDA-approved tadalafil and Cialis are cleared for treating ED and both drugs are PDE5 inhibitors that work in the same way — by dilating blood vessels in order to increase blood flow to the penis.

While the results are very similar, one of the biggest differences between the two is the price. Generic tadalafil pills are often less than half the price of Cialis.

A 2019 study found that from 2012 to 2017, the median price of Cialis jumped from $127 to $365 for 30 tablets. Generic brands start at around $100 for 30 tablets.

Price depends on the strength of the dose per pill and the pharmacy you’re buying it from. Coupons and discounts may be available. Cialis and tadalafil can both be bought online. More information can be found here.

Finding generic tadalafil

Keep in mind that not all brands of generic tadalafil are FDA approved. You can use the search tool on the FDA website to find an up-to-date list of approved brands.

Tadalafil falls into a category of drugs called PDE5 inhibitors.

When you become sexually aroused, the nerve terminals and blood vessels in your penis release a molecule called nitric oxide (NO) . NO activates a series of chemical reactions that increase blood flow to your penis by relaxing your blood vessels.

Tadalafil and other PDE5 inhibitors like Viagra block an enzyme called PDE5. By inhibiting PDE5, nitric oxide can be more effective at relaxing blood vessels in the penis and increasing blood flow. This ultimately results in a stronger erection.

However, both psychological and physiological factors can disrupt the sequence of reactions needed to achieve an erection. For PDE5 inhibitors to work, you still need to be sexually aroused. If your ED is caused by psychological factors, PDE5 inhibitors won’t help treat ED.

Tadalafil is thought to help treat symptoms of BPH by relaxing the muscles in your prostate and bladder. It helps improve symptoms of pulmonary arterial hypertension by relaxing the blood vessels in your lungs.

Tadalafil is taken orally in the form of tablets. The strength of these tablets generally ranges from 2.5 to 20 milligrams (mg).

Tadalafil tablets can either be taken once per day or as needed.

If you’re taking them once per day, your doctor will typically start you on a dose of about 2.5 mg and adjust based on how well it’s working for you and whether you’re experiencing any side effects. Avoid taking more than one tablet per day.

You should take the tablets at the same time each day, so you have consistent levels of the medication in your system. Since the medication is always in your system, you have the ability to get an erection without planning ahead of time. You can have sex at any time.

When used on an as-needed basis, your doctor will likely start you at about 10 mg per day. You can have sex about 30 minutes after taking the tablet.

A typical dose of tadalafil to treat BPH is 5 mg per day.

You’ll need a prescription to get generic tadalafil. There are several options for how you can get generic Cialis, including starting with talking with your doctor. You can meet with them and discuss your symptoms, and they will prescribe tadalafil for you.

You can also consider the following telemedicine options:

Hims: You’ll complete an online questionnaire and consult with a licensed medical professional in your state. They will evaluate you to determine whether tadalafil is right for you. If so, tadalafil will be shipped from a licensed pharmacy in discreet packaging to your home. Costs are not listed upfront on Hims’ website.

Lemonaid Health: You’ll complete an online questionnaire and consult with a licensed medical professional (a nurse practitioner or doctor) in your state. They will evaluate you to determine whether tadalafil is right for you. If so, tadalafil will be shipped from a licensed pharmacy in discreet packaging to your home. Lemonaid Health’s website directly states that the first order of tadalafil will cost $60.

Roman: You’ll complete an online questionnaire and consult with a licensed medical professional in your state. They will evaluate you to determine whether tadalafil is right for you. If so, tadalafil will be shipped from a licensed pharmacy in discreet packaging to your home. Costs are not listed upfront on Roman’s website.

The side effects of generic tadalafil are the same as Cialis. There are many potential side effects, and the following list isn’t comprehensive. If you notice anything else concerning after starting tadalafil, talk with your doctor.

Common side effects of tadalafil

Some of the most common side effects of Cialis and tadalafil are:

Serious side effects of tadalafil

Tadalafil can cause a number of more serious side effects that require medical attention, such as: