How long does Cialis last? - Oxford Online Pharmacy

How long can the average man stay erect?

Erectile dysfunction is common among men over the age of 40, although it can happen to younger men, too. ED means that you can either not achieve an erection at all, or that you are unable to keep an erection long enough for you to have sex. While there isn’t a “normal” length of time for an average man to stay erect, men are usually able to stay erect for anything from 10 minutes to half an hour.  

Cialis is one of the more common treatments for erectile dysfunction. Containing the active ingredient, Tadalafil, Cialis works by increasing the blood flow to the penis, thereby helping a man to achieve, and keep, an erection. 

How long does Cialis last?

The length of time that Cialis lasts will depend on a range of factors. There are different strengths of Cialis available for the treatment of ED. The lower 2.5mg or 5 mg dosage, which is taken daily, has a continuous effect once levels of Tadalafil have been built up in your system, whereas the higher doses of Cialis 20mg and 10mg are taken as required and its effects last for up to 36 hours. 

How Long Does Cialis Take to Work? 

Cialis 20mg and 10mg tablets usually start working within 30 minutes to an hour. If you're taking the lower daily dose, it may take 3-5 days for Tadalafil 20mg to take full effect.

How to get maximum effect from Cialis?

If you want to get maximum effect from Cialis, you need to do more than just take the dose recommended to you by your prescriber. Best results from Cialis come when taking the drug is accompanied with improved lifestyle such as limiting alcohol intake, a healthy diet and regular exercise. 

Does Cialis lose effectiveness over time?

Cialis shouldn’t lose effectiveness over time. As with any drugs, there is no guarantee that Tadalafil will work for all men with ED; if you are taking Cialis or another product containing Tadalafil and it doesn’t work, go back to your prescriber, who may recommend a larger dose, or an alternative treatment. If you are taking Cialis and it is no longer working as well as it used to, speak to a medical professional; if your ED is the result of another health complication, such as vascular disease, the loss of effectiveness could be the result of your condition worsening, rather than the drug ceasing to work. 

When to take Cialis for best results

It is usually recommended that you take Cialis at least half an hour before you need it. If you are taking a daily dose of Cialis, you can take it at a time that is convenient to you, provided you take it around the same time each day. Cialis doesn’t have to be taken with a meal but should be swallowed with water.

How to avoid Cialis side effects 

Like all drugs, some people taking Cialis may experience side effects. Before you are prescribed Cialis, your prescribing pharmacist or doctor will check over your medical history to make sure that there are no indications that Cialis may not be the right drug for you. If you are undertaking an online consultation, you can avoid complications by being as thorough and honest during the consultation, so that your prescriber can get a clear picture of your medical history as well as your current medications and potential risk factors. Once you have been prescribed Cialis, side effects can be minimised by making sure that you take the drug exactly as prescribed, and that you minimise drinking and avoid smoking while taking the drug. 

If you purchase Cialis or any other prescription drug from Oxford Online Pharmacy, your prescribing pharmacist will carefully assess the information given by you during your online consultation. If they decide that Cialis is not the most appropriate drug for you, they may recommend an alternative drug or a different dose for you to try in the first instance. If you have any questions at any time, you can ask your prescriber and they will be happy to help you.