Mixing Cialis and Viagra: Is it Safe or Should You Avoid the Combination?
1. Introduction
Mixing Cialis and Viagra is a controversial topic in the medical community. While there are potential risks to taking these two medications together, many people have found that combining them can be beneficial. In this article, we will explore the potential side effects of mixing Cialis and Viagra, as well as alternatives to taking both medications together. We will also discuss how to take both medications safely and who should avoid mixing them.
2. What is Cialis?
Cialis (tadalafil) is an oral medication used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and other conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It works by relaxing the muscles of the penis, allowing blood to flow more easily into it. This helps men achieve and maintain an erection for up to 36 hours after taking the medication.
3. What is Viagra?
Viagra (sildenafil) is another oral medication used to treat ED and BPH. It works by inhibiting an enzyme called phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5), which helps increase blood flow to the penis by relaxing its muscles. This allows men to achieve and maintain an erection for up to 4 hours after taking the medication.
4. Potential Side Effects of Mixing Cialis and Viagra
Mixing Cialis and Viagra can cause a number of potential side effects, including: headache, dizziness, nausea, flushing, blurred vision, indigestion, congestion or stuffy nose, back pain or muscle aches, low blood pressure or fainting spells, vision changes such as increased sensitivity to light or blurred vision, hearing loss or ringing in the ears, rash or itching skin reactions. It’s important to note that these side effects may vary from person-to-person depending on individual health factors such as age and pre-existing medical conditions like heart disease or high blood pressure.
5. Alternatives to Mixing Cialis and Viagra
If you are considering mixing Cialis and Viagra but are concerned about potential side effects or interactions with other medications you may be taking, there are several alternative treatments available that may be more suitable for you such as: lifestyle changes like quitting smoking or exercising regularly; counseling; vacuum devices; penile injections; penile implants; natural supplements like ginkgo biloba; testosterone replacement therapy; herbal remedies like yohimbe bark extract; acupuncture; hypnosis; psychotherapy; hormone replacement therapy; surgery such as penile vein ligation or penile revascularization surgery; penile traction devices; transurethral microwave thermotherapy (TUMT); nitroglycerin ointment applied directly onto the penis prior sexual activity; topical creams containing alprostadil (a synthetic version of PDE5); topical creams containing phentolamine mesylate (an alpha-blocker); topical creams containing prostaglandin E1 (a vasodilator).
6. How to Take Both Medications Safely
If you decide that mixing Cialis and Viagra is right for you then it’s important that you take both medications safely in order minimize any potential risks associated with combining them: always follow your doctor’s instructions when taking either drug separately or together; never exceed your prescribed dose of either medication without consulting your doctor first – if you experience any adverse reaction stop using both drugs immediately and seek medical attention if necessary; never mix either drug with alcohol – this can increase your risk of experiencing dangerous side effects such as low blood pressure or dizziness; always store both drugs out of reach from children – keep them in their original packaging at room temperature away from heat sources such as radiators or direct sunlight.
7. Who Should Avoid Mixing Cialis and Viagra?
People who should avoid mixing Cialis and Viagra include those who have pre-existing heart problems such as angina pectoris (chest pain) due to coronary artery disease, those who have recently suffered a stroke or heart attack within 6 months prior taking either drug separately or together, those who have uncontrolled high blood pressure (>160/100 mmHg), those with severe liver impairment (>Child-Pugh class B), those with kidney impairment (>creatinine clearance 30 mL/min), those who are allergic/hypersensitive either one of these drugs active ingredients tadalafil/sildenafil respectively,those aged 65 years old +,and pregnant women.
8 Conclusion
Mixing Cialis and Viagra has become increasingly popular among many men looking for improved performance in bed but it’s important that they understand the potential risks associated with combining these two medications before doing so.While there are alternatives available for those who want improved performance without having to combine two drugs,it’s still important that anyone considering taking either drug alone should consult their doctor first.
9 Sources
.American Urological Association Foundation: “Erectile Dysfunction.” https://www.auanet.org/guidelines/erectile-dysfunction-(2005). Accessed April 21 2021
Drugs: “CIALIS.” https://www.drugs.com/cialis/. Accessed April 21 2021
Drugs: “VIAGRA.” https://www.drugs.com/viagra/. Accessed April 21 2021
When can I take Viagra after taking Cialis?
Wait at least 36 hours before taking another dose of Viagra with Cialis or another PDE5 inhibitor. Likewise if you take Viagra at night you should not take Cialis or any other PDE inhibitor the next day.
What happens if you take sildenafil and tadalafil together?
Using sildenafil with tadalafil can lower blood pressure too much. It also increases the risk of other side effects such as dizziness lightheadedness palpitations priapism (long and painful erections related to sexual intercourse).
What can I take to enhance Cialis?
When combined with grapefruit this effect can cause a serious increase in blood circulation throughout the body especially when combined with nitrates. This is because grapefruit can increase the amount of Cialis in your body.
Does Cialis give harder results than Viagra?
So to answer the previous question no Viagra necessarily gives a stronger erection than Cialis and vice versa. However Cialis will last longer and can help you get one or more erections for up to 36 hours. It is much longer than Viagra which is usually effective for 4-6 hours. October 15 2021
Why is my Cialis 5mg daily not working?
The most common reason Cialis does not work is incorrect use or insufficient testing. It is important to understand that Cialis may not work after the first dose. It is recommended to try at least 8-10 doses before worrying whether Cialis is working or not.
What to do if Cialis doesn’t work?
If you have been prescribed a low dose of Cialis and it is not completely effective (eg you are seeing some improvement but still having trouble maintaining an erection) it is a good idea to discuss it with your doctor. A higher dose is appropriate.
