Sildenafil
(generic Viagra)
The generic version of Viagra, with the same active ingredient for less. Take it about an hour before sex and it works for up to 4 hours. MHRA-approved.
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TADALAFIL · ELI LILLY · ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION TABLET
CIALISTABLETS
Branded tadalafil from Eli Lilly for erectile dysfunction, prescribed online by UK clinicians after a free consultation.
36HOURS OF EFFECT
4STRENGTHS
MHRAAPPROVED
30 MINBEFORE SEX
Free discreet delivery
In clinical studies, 81% of men reported that Cialis helped to improve their erections.
Cialis is scientifically proven to help with your erections. Now all you need to do is relax and perform when you need to. And enjoy it too. Cialis is prescribed online with a free doctor consultation.
ABOUT THE MEDICATION
WHAT IS CIALIS?
Cialis is an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction. It is similar to Viagra, but the effects can last for much longer, making it a popular option for treating ED. Cialis is a brand name prescription medication, containing the active ingredient tadalafil.
Cialis can be taken by adult men over the age of 18, who have erectile dysfunction. Cialis is usually an effective and well-tolerated treatment for ED.
KEY FACTS
TAKE 30 MINUTES BEFORE SEX
Cialis is taken as a tablet, which you should swallow with water. You should take Cialis at least 30 minutes before you plan to have sex.
FOUR STRENGTHS
It comes in four strengths, 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, and 20mg. The starting dose for Cialis is usually 10mg.
LASTS UP TO 36 HOURS
Whereas Viagra tends to last up to four hours, the effects of Cialis can continue for up to 36 hours, which is why it’s sometimes called ‘the weekend pill’.
PRESCRIPTION-ONLY MEDICINE
A doctor must prescribe the medication to you and a registered pharmacy must dispense it.
PROVEN IN CLINICAL STUDIES
In clinical studies, 81% of men reported that Cialis helped to improve their erections.
How it works
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FREE ONLINE CONSULTATION
For your health and safety, all prescription drugs available for purchase require approval from our licensed doctors through a free online consultation where you will be asked some questions about your symptoms and medical history.
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DISCREET NEXT-DAY DELIVERY
Your information is confidential and will only be shared with your doctor who will determine if a prescription treatment is right for you. If your prescription treatment is approved, your order will be delivered to you with discreet packaging the next business day.
03
ONGOING CARE AND SUPPORT
As a FROM MARS customer, you will receive ongoing care and support from UK Doctors. You can send unlimited secure messages to your doctor from your account to discuss your treatment, progress, and possible adjustments of your treatment or dosage.
01
FREE ONLINE CONSULTATION
For your health and safety, all prescription drugs available for purchase require approval from our licensed doctors through a free online consultation where you will be asked some questions about your symptoms and medical history.
02
DISCREET NEXT-DAY DELIVERY
Your information is confidential and will only be shared with your doctor who will determine if a prescription treatment is right for you. If your prescription treatment is approved, your order will be delivered to you with discreet packaging the next business day.
03
ONGOING CARE AND SUPPORT
As a FROM MARS customer, you will receive ongoing care and support from UK Doctors. You can send unlimited secure messages to your doctor from your account to discuss your treatment, progress, and possible adjustments of your treatment or dosage.
CIALIS®
- Take at least 30 minutes before sex
- Comes in four strengths
- Relaxes the blood vessels in the penis
- Effects can last up to 36 hours
Take at least 30 minutes before sex
Comes in four strengths
Relaxes the blood vessels in the penis
Effects can last up to 36 hours
How Cialis Works
How does Cialis work?
Cialis works in a similar way to Viagra. It contains a drug called tadalafil, which relaxes and opens the blood vessels in the penis, allowing blood to flow into it more easily, improving your chances of getting and keeping an erection.
Cialis won’t give you an automatic erection though, you need to be aroused for it to work, and then Cialis helps turn that arousal into an erection.
Part of a group called PDE5 inhibitors
Cialis works in a similar way to Viagra and other ED meds as it is part of a group called PDE5 inhibitors. Cialis relaxes the blood vessels in the penis which causes them to widen and fill with blood more easily. It’s when they fill with blood that you get an erection.
In Practice
How long does Cialis last?
Usually around two hours to work
Cialis can take as little as 30 minutes to work, but it usually takes around two hours before its effects are felt. This varies from man to man, depending on how your body reacts to the drug, and on what dose you take.
Up to 36 hours — ‘the weekend pill’
The effects of Cialis can last for up to 36 hours, so it is sometimes referred to as ‘the weekend pill’. This doesn’t mean that you will have an erection for 36 hours as your erection will go away as normal after sex.
You need to be sexually aroused
The meds won’t give you an erection without sexual stimulation, however. You need to feel desire and be sexually stimulated. That means engaging in foreplay. Cialis then helps with getting and keeping an erection.
Dosing & How to Take
HOW TO TAKE CIALIS®
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Timing
You should take Cialis at least 30 minutes before you plan to have sex.
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How to take
Cialis is taken as a tablet, which you should swallow with water.
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Food
Cialis can be taken with or without food.
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Maximum dose
You shouldn’t take more than one tablet in 36 hours and never combine with other ED medications.
Side Effects
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
OF CIALIS
As with any medicine, Cialis can have side effects. Not everyone will get the same ones, and some men won’t get any at all; it varies from man to man. These were the side effects found in clinical testing:
FREQUENCY
SIDE EFFECTS
WHAT TO DO
COMMON — UP TO 1 IN 10
Headache, back pain, muscle aches, pain in arms and legs, facial flushing, nasal congestion, indigestion
These side effects are usually mild and will go away after a short amount of time
UNCOMMON — UP TO 1 IN 100
Dizziness, stomach-ache, feeling sick, being sick (vomiting), reflux, eye effects including blurred vision and eye pain, difficulty in breathing, presence of blood in urine, prolonged erection (priapism), pounding heartbeat sensation, a fast heart rate, high and low blood pressure, nose bleeds, ringing in the ears, swelling of the hands, feet, or ankles, feeling tired
Always take Cialis exactly as prescribed and never exceed the recommended dose; if you experience any side effects you should stop taking the medication
RARE — UP TO 1 IN 1,000
Fainting, seizures, passing memory loss, eye effects including swelling of the eyelids and red eyes, sudden decrease or loss of hearing, hives (itchy red welts on the surface of the skin), penile bleeding, presence of blood in semen, increased sweating
Stop taking Cialis and seek medical help immediately for chest pains, an erection that lasts for longer than four hours, a sudden decrease or loss of vision, or seizures or fits
Although rare, unstable angina (a heart condition) and sudden death have been reported after taking Cialis. Most of the men who experienced these side effects had pre-existing heart problems. The rapid onset of side effects that indicate you’re having an allergic reaction to Cialis — including flushing, itchy skin and/or a rash, sudden wheeziness, swelling of the lips, face, neck, and throat making it difficult to breathe — needs immediate medical help. For more information on Cialis side effects, please refer to the patient information leaflet that comes with your medication.
The Evidence
Is Cialis safe?
Proven in clinical studies
81%
of men reported that Cialis helped to improve their erections
Cialis is a very effective treatment for erectile dysfunction in men. If you find that Cialis is not working for you, contact our doctors who may recommend a different dosage or alternative ED treatment.
Long-term studies
2
years of continuous use studied
Longer-term studies of Cialis haven’t found any adverse effects of taking the drug when done so for up to two years. If you take Cialis long term, it is sensible to keep track of how you’re feeling, and if you think the effects of the drug are changing over time, you should discuss it with us.
Side effect profile
Side effects of Cialis are usually mild to moderate and only last for a short amount of time. We recommend reading the link below to understand all of the potential benefits and risks of the medication.
Before taking Cialis or any medication, it is important to read the Patient Information Leaflet.
Cialis dosage
and strength
Cialis tablets come in four strengths, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg. You should never exceed the dose you were prescribed.
STRENGTH
WHO IT'S FOR
NOTES
10 mg
Taking Cialis before sex
The typical dose for taking Cialis before sex is 10 mg
2.5 mg
Taking Cialis daily
When Cialis is taken daily, the typical dose is 2.5 mg, but again, this may change based on your circumstances
Progress Over Time
What to Expect:
Your Cialis Timeline
30 minutes before
Cialis is usually taken 30 minutes before you plan to have sex, as this is the average time it takes to start working.
Around 2 hours
Cialis can take as little as 30 minutes to work, but it usually takes around two hours before its effects are felt. This varies from man to man, depending on how your body reacts to the drug, and on what dose you take.
Up to 36 hours
You should be able to get more than one erection in this time though if you are sexually aroused.
Taking it daily
If you expect to have sex twice a week or more, the daily lower dose may be more suitable for you. Make sure you always take Cialis as directed by our doctors.
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Tadalafil
(generic Cialis)
The generic version of Cialis. Takes effect in about 2 hours and lasts up to 36 hours, so there is less need to plan around sex. Take as needed or as a low daily dose. MHRA-approved.
Vardenafil
(generic Levitra)
The generic version of Levitra. Can start working within 25 minutes to an hour and may last 4 to 5 hours. Many men find it works quicker than other ED tablets. MHRA-approved.
Spedra
(avanafil)
Branded avanafil, one of the fastest-acting ED tablets: take it just 15 to 30 minutes before sex, only when needed. Available in 50 mg, 100 mg and 200 mg strengths. MHRA-approved.
Viagra
(sildenafil)
The original branded ED tablet, containing sildenafil. Take it about an hour before sex and it works for up to 4 hours. Available in 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg strengths.
Price includes medication only, if prescribed. An active FromMars membership is required and billed separately. Membership does not include or guarantee a prescription; medication is not available without a membership.
Drug Interactions
CIALIS INTERACTIONS
Taking other medications
Cialis can interact with other drugs. Tell us about any other medications you are taking, including vitamins and herbal supplements.
Do not take Cialis if you are taking
Other erectile dysfunction treatments, including any pills or creams or ointments; any treatments for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) containing sildenafil or other PDE5 inhibitors; nitrate medicines, often prescribed for chest pain; guanylate cyclase stimulators like Adempas (riociguat), prescribed for hypertension; medicines called alpha-blockers; medicines called HIV protease inhibitors; medicines to treat high blood pressure.
Cialis and grapefruit
Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice if you’re taking Cialis. Research has shown that grapefruit juice contains a molecule that can make the effects of Cialis stronger. In reality, it can cause an overdose, make any effects unpredictable and cause side effects to be worse.
WARNINGS
Who Should Not Take Cialis
DO NOT TAKE CIALIS IF YOU
Are under 18 years old; are a woman; don’t have erectile dysfunction; have been advised by your doctor to avoid sexual activity; are allergic to tadalafil or any of the other ingredients in the medication.
NOT WITH NITRATES, POPPERS OR RIOCIGUAT
Do not take Cialis if you are taking nitrate medicines; medicines called nitric oxide donors such as amyl nitrite (poppers); or guanylate cyclase stimulators like Adempas (riociguat), for hypertension.
NOT AFTER RECENT SURGERY, HEART ATTACK OR STROKE
Do not take Cialis if you have had surgery in the last 6 months; have recently had a heart attack or stroke; or have low blood pressure, or high blood pressure which is not controlled.
NOT WITH INHERITED EYE DISEASES OR PAST LOSS OF VISION
Do not take Cialis if you have inherited eyes diseases, like retinitis pigmentosa, or have ever had a loss of vision caused by non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION). Talk to our doctors if you are unsure if you can take Cialis.
WHO CAN TAKE CIALIS?
Cialis isn’t suitable for all men though, and you should check with our doctors before taking it if you have blood cells conditions like sickle cell disease, multiple myeloma, or leukaemia; a deformity of the penis, such as Peyronie’s disease; heart problems; liver problems; kidney problems or are having dialysis; pulmonary hypertension; problems with bleeding; or have had stomach ulcers.
Lifestyle
Getting the Most From Treatment
You can help by avoiding drinking large amounts of alcohol or taking recreational drugs alongside Cialis and making sure that any other medicines you take don’t interact.
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Cialis and alcohol
Whilst Cialis can be taken with alcohol, you shouldn’t drink excessively when taking it, as alcohol can affect your ability to get an erection and can stop Cialis from working. Both alcohol and Cialis can cause drops in blood pressure.
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Driving and using machines
Cialis can cause side effects, including dizziness, which can impair your ability to drive or use machinery. Don’t do so until you are sure about how you react to Cialis and are confident that you are able to.
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Storing Cialis
Store Cialis in its original packaging at home and when travelling. Keep it in a cool, dry place with a temperature of below 30°C. Always make sure you keep Cialis out of sight and reach of children.
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Expiry and disposal
Never use Cialis after the date of expiry on the packaging. Don’t throw unwanted Cialis out with household waste or flush any unused meds down the sink or toilet. Take any expired meds to your local pharmacy as they’ll dispose of them safely.
Ongoing Care
Your 6 Month Check-Up
You should have a check-up with your doctor after you’ve been taking Cialis for 6 months. Do this even if you feel healthy and well.
Whilst the meds might be helping with your ED, ED itself can actually be an early warning sign of something much more serious. It’s important to not leave things up to chance.
If Cialis Isn’t Working For You
We recommend trying Cialis at the same dose a few times before changing it. Some men may need specialist treatment, including psychological counselling, to help treat the root cause of their ED.
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Pricing
How much does Cialis cost?
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TODAY
Cialis is prescribed online with a free doctor consultation. Simply start your online consultation by letting us know your medical history and symptoms. If approved by our doctors, you’ll receive a treatment plan within two hours.