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Viagra® is a prescription only medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction. It was first launched in 1998 and since then been used by over 30 million men.
Viagra works by increasing blood flow to the penis which gives a longer lasting and harder erection. It works when man is sexually stimulated.
Viagra is available in 25mg, 50mg and 100mg tablets.
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CIALIS®is used to treat erectile dysfunction and is only available on prescription. It was introduced in 2003 and helps in both getting an erection and maintaining it.
Cialis works by increasing blood flow to the penis which gives a longer lasting and harder erection. It works when man is sexually stimulated.
There are two treatment options:
- Cialis once daily –is available in 2.5mg and 5mg strengths. It is a clinically proven, low-dose tablet for ED that you take every day so you can be ready anytime the moment is right.
- 36 Hour Cialis, –available as 10mg and 20mg strength tablets that you take as needed. It can help some men be ready for sexual activity in as little as 30 minutes, and it can work for up to 36 hours.
More information on CIALIS ® products:
Cialis 2.5mg
Cialis 5mg
Cialis 10mg
Cialis 20mg
Levitra® is a prescription tablet for men with erection problems. It is clinically proven and has been established in the market since 2003. It is available as 5mg, 10mg and 20mg tablets and is taken when needed.
Levitra is also available as LEVITRA ORODISPERSIBALE tablets, a new dissolvable version of the oral impotence treatment. They dissolve on your tongue within seconds, allowing you to take it discreetly whenever you need to.
More information on LEVITRA ® products:
Levitra 5mg
Levitra 10mg
Levitra 10mg Orodispersible
Levitra 20mg
Cautions
ED treatments should be used in caution in people who have cardiovascular disease, such as coronary heart disease (when your heart's blood supply is blocked or interrupted). However, sexual activity is also likely to be beneficial for your cardiovascular health. Your GP should discuss the risks and benefits with you and will prescribe PDE-5 inhibitors if it is safe to do so.
ED Treatments should also be used in caution in people who have anatomical problems with their penis, such as Peyronie's disease (a condition that affects the tissue of the penis). In some cases it is safe to use ED treatment but you must consult your regular doctor
PDE-5 inhibitors should also be used with caution in people who:
- are at risk of priapism – a painful erection that lasts for several hours; for example, people who have sickle cell anaemia which causes abnormal red blood cells.
- are also taking alpha-blockers – a medication that is used to treat a number of conditions, such as high blood pressure (hypertension).
Do not take ED Treatments if you are also taking medicines or drugs that contain nitrates. The combination of the two substances can put your heart in danger.
Organic nitrates are often used to treat angina and amyl nitrate is a recreational drug that is more commonly known as "poppers".
You are also warned not to take ED Treatments if you:
- have been advised not to take part in sexual activity or in activities that widen your blood vessels
- have low blood pressure (hypotension)
- have recently had a stroke – a medical emergency that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted
- have unstable angina – an underlying heart condition that causes symptoms such as chest pain
- have had a heart attack – a medical emergency where the blood supply to the heart is suddenly blocked
- have a history of non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy – an eye condition that causes a sudden loss of vision
In some cases, ED Treatment can still be used even if you are affected by one of these conditions, however you must consult your regular doctor.
Side effects – please read individual product information for a list of side effects.
Comparison Table
Facts and Features |
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| Manufacturers |
Bayer |
Pfizer |
Lilly |
| Generic name |
Varendafil |
Sildenafil |
Tadalafil |
| Strengths available |
5mg, 10mg, 20mg |
25mg, 50mg, 100mg |
2.5mg and 5mg – Once daily dose 10mg and 20mg |
| Date Released |
April 2003 |
March 1998 |
February 2003 |
| How long does it work? |
up to 6 hours |
up to 5 hours |
up to 36 hours (or everyday if taking once daily doses) |
| Take how long before action? |
25 to 45 minutes |
30 minutes |
30 minutes |
| Most common side effects: |
Headache, facial flushing |
Headache, facial flushing, altered or bluish vision |
Headache, Myalgia dyspepsia/upset stomach, back pain |
| Contraindications |
Any Nitrate-Based Medicine, Angina, Hypertension, Hypotension |
Any Nitrate-Based Medicine, Angina, Hypertension, Hypotension |
Any Nitrate-Based Medicine, Angina, Hypertension, Hypotension |
| Links |
www.levitra.com |
www.viagra.co.uk |
www.cialis.com |
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