Cialis has proved to be an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction. But there are various potential side effects to be aware of before using this medication. Cialis contains Tadalafil that can cause unwanted effects.
Common Effects
Medical attention is not always necessary if you get some of these side effects. This is because they tend to go away on their on when the body gets used to the cialis But your doctor can help you prevent or reduce them. Many patients suffer from stomach upsets after taking cialis. Some of the most common effects include indigestion, heartburn, belching, and abdominal pain. Contact your doctor if any of these effects continue for several days or disrupt your day-to-day activities.
Less Common Effects
You may also experience some of the less common effects of the drug including backache, nose, sinus or throat infection, cough, nausea, indigestion, stuffy nose, throat irritation and redness of neck and face. These effects are not severe and they usually reduce after a while. Contact your healthcare provider to address these concerns.
Rare Effects
Some of the rare effects of this drug include bloody nose, body aches, itching, numbness, tingling, burning stomach, itchy and dry eyes, congestion, eye pain, dry or sore throat, dry mouth, fever, muscle stiffness, runny nose, fatigue, insomnia, and dizziness. Spontaneous erections can also occur when you are taking the medication.
Prolonged or painful erections can affect some men after using cialis. They are not severe effects but you should still contact your doctor immediately you experience them. Get in touch with your doctor if you experience an erection that lasts longer than four hours. Prolonged erections can damage your penis. Painful erections also need to be addressed promptly.
You can also suffer from some severe effects such as abnormal liver function, low blood pressure, angina, increased heartbeat, eye disease, chest pain, heart attack, hearing loss, high blood pressure, puffy face, stroke, weakness, breathing difficulties, seizures, rash, ringing ears, and neck pain. Stop using the medication if you suffer from these rare effects.
Some medications can interact with cialis and cause unwanted effects. Heart medications that contain nitrate can lead to sudden blood pressure increase, which can be serious. It is important to inform your doctor about any medication you may be taking to avoid complications. Avoid cialis if you have been diagnosed with stomach ulcers, bleeding disorder, penis deformity, kidney and liver disease or heart problems. You also need to ensure you take the recommended dosage.
I am General practitioner (GP) in Melbourne since 2006.