Cialis 20mg (tadalafil) is a prescription medication for Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) that helps increase blood flow for erections during sexual stimulation, effective for up to 36 hours, but requires medical supervision, as it shouldn't be taken with nitrates due to severe blood pressure risks, and common side effects include headache, indigestion, back pain, and nasal congestion, notes PharmEasy, 1mg, Hims, Rwanda FDA, GoodRx, and MedicalNewsToday.
Uses
Erectile Dysfunction (ED): Helps achieve and maintain an erection with sexual stimulation.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Treats symptoms of an enlarged prostate.
How to Take
It can be taken with or without food.
Do not take more than once a day.
Sexual stimulation and foreplay are still necessary for it to work.
Take about 30 minutes to an hour before planned sexual activity, as directed by a doctor.
Who Should Not Take It (Contraindications)
If you take nitrates (for chest pain) or riociguat (for blood pressure).
Individuals with severe heart problems, recent heart attack/stroke, low blood pressure, or certain liver/eye conditions.
Common Side Effects
Headache, dizziness, indigestion, back pain, muscle aches, nasal congestion.