Generic ED Medicines Explained Simply

Generic ED Medicines Explained Simply

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Tadalafil and sildenafil are the two most widely prescribed treatments for erectile dysfunction. Both help most men who try them, and both are sold as affordable generics. The question that matters is usually not which one is "better", but which here one fits your routine.

Generic sildenafil is usually taken about an hour before sex and lasts around four to five hours. A large meal can slow it down. Generic tadalafil, on the other hand, can work for up to 36 hours, and food makes little difference. Some men also take a low daily dose of tadalafil so they never need to time a tablet.

To compare the two in more detail, see this plain-English guide walks through timing, food and side effects.

Before you start: never take either medicine with nitrate heart medicines or with "poppers". Let your doctor know about any other medicines you take. The usual side effects are headache, flushing, a blocked nose and indigestion. Seek medical help straight away for an erection lasting more than four hours or sudden changes in vision.

More is not always better. The licensed doses are 25, 50 or 100 mg for sildenafil and 2.5 to 20 mg for tadalafil. Bigger doses do not reliably work better, but they do make side effects more likely. Only take the dose your prescriber has set.

When you buy medicine online, make sure the strength matches your prescription and read the patient leaflet. A valid prescription is required for every order of a prescription medicine. There is more detail in this article.

This is general information, not medical advice. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before starting any medicine.

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