Should You Take Cialis On Daily Or Per Need Basis?

Cialis is marketed as a drug that can be consumed on daily basis due to low risk profile. However, a lot of people also use it on per need basis. But which approach is better?

It’s not like the minute you take Cialis for the first time it will start doing wonders for you. A lot of Cialis users complain that Cialis is ineffective when used for the first time.  For best results, it usually takes about 2-5 days to deliver desired results, and sometimes up to a week in some rare cases. But if you are considering daily use, you should keep in mind other factors. For example, continuous use of Cialis can lead to tolerance against the drug due to which your body stops responding to the usual doses and demands higher quantity to deliver similar results.

Pros/ Cons Of Daily Cialis Vs. Per Need Basis:

• Daily use is good to overcome anxiety / timing issues especially if sex is not predictable:

Popping one pill few times a week sounds more convenient but it is not suitable when there is an unpredictable, spontaneous sex. The daily use of Cialis is good when you want to be “ready” at any moment. It will allow erection and helps in maintaining it whenever you are excited sexually and thus, will reduce anxiety which occurs due to the fear of being unable to get or maintain erection.

• PRN good if there are minor side effects but it works well / better than other medications:

Despite the possible side effects, Cialis (PRN) is comparatively a better option than most other male performance enhancing agents. It works even if erectile dysfunction is severe and allows to get maximum sexual pleasure, regardless of age.

• PRN is good for those who do not have sex often or regularly:

Intake of Cialis as per need is suitable for those who are not engaged in sexual activities on regular basis or have scheduled their sex routine. Depending upon the person’s sex life, he may need only 2 or 3 pills a week (efficacy lasting for up to 36 hours). Since number of tablets are reduced, cost will be reduced too, thus it’s a money saver.

Side Effects Of Cialis

Cialis is generally well-tolerated; however, few people may report some adverse effects such as:

• Pain in back muscles
• Headache
• Stomach discomfort/indigestion
• Flushing
• Dizziness
• Stuffy nose

All these symptoms usually subside within a few hours.

Safety, Complications And Risks Of Cialis

If you have a heart related problem, you must first consult a doctor before taking Cialis because it is a mild vasodilator (i.e. dilate the blood vessels) and therefore, if taken along with certain heart related drugs such as isosorbide dinitrate or isosorbide mononitrate, it may result in a drop of blood pressure to alarming levels. Similarly, alcohol is also a mild vasodilator, therefore alcoholism should be avoided while taking Cialis, as together the two chemicals may aggravate the risk of orthostatic hypotension i.e. dizziness, headache and increase in the heart rate. Moreover, sexual activities may also put a strain on your heart therefore, if symptoms like nausea, dizziness or chest pain are felt during sex, one must immediately seek medical help.

Though allergic reactions with Cialis are rare but it may happen. If an individual experiences the symptoms such as, hives, rashes, difficulty in swallowing or breathing, swelling of throat, tongue or lips, immediately terminate the Cialis use and consult your doctor.

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