What are the differences between Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis?

When it comes to erectile dysfunction, the three biggest brands are Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis. While other ED drugs clamor for attention, these three remain the top of the top, the best of the best. But because they’re all so good, it can be difficult to decide which is best for you. Here’s a breakdown between the differences of these three pills, so you can better decide which to go with.

Viagra:

– Takes about 30 minutes to an hour to take effect

– The effects last about 4-5 hours

– Taking Viagra on a full stomach will slow the effects of the drug. If taken on a full stomach, Viagra will take effect in about 1-2 hours.

Levitra:

– Takes about 30 minutes to an hour to take effect

– The effects last about 4-5 hours

– Like Viagra, Levitra should not be taken on a full stomach. If ingested after eating, Levitra will take longer to kick in (about 1-2 hours).

Cialis:

– The quickest of the bunch, Cialis typically takes effect in about 15 minutes

– Cialis also lasts the longest, with the effects lasting over 36 hours

– While Levitra and Viagra are taken before sex, Cialis is taken daily to ensure you will be prepared if you should decide to have sex

– A full stomach has no effect on Cialis, so the drug can be taken regardless of when you ate

How do I get the best results with Cialis?

If you are afflicted with erectile dysfunction, you’ll eventually need to decide what ED medication is best to suit your needs. If you opt to go with Cialis, here are some handy dandy tips you should follow to ensure you are getting the best bang for your buck.

Take It Daily: Cialis isn’t like other ED drugs. While Viagra must be ingested when sexual activity is planned, Cialis is taken daily. Using this method, your body will be prepared to perform no matter the time of day, so you won’t have to set your sexual schedule around your medication.

Watch What You Eat: Like all medication, Cialis will perform differently if taken on a full stomach or empty stomach. If you take your daily pill before breakfast, the effects will take hold sooner, due to the lack of food in your stomach. However, if you’d prefer for the drug to kick in later in the day, take your pill after eating a meal to slow the effects.

Pick the right dosage: Cialis is available in both 2.5 mg and 5 mg tablets. The 2.5 mg option is typically viewed as the starting option; not too weak, but not too strong. If you find that the 2.5 mg tablet suits your needs, stick with it. However, if you find the 2.5 mg tablet is not sufficient, consult with your doctor about moving up to the 5 mg tablet option.

Which works best: Viagra, Cialis, Levitra?

All three of the leading PDE5 inhibitors have very similar chemical makeup, and all work in essentially the same way. However, given the slight variation from one drug to another, any given ED patient may find he prefers one of the drugs over the others. Thus, it’s a matter of personal preference, making it impossible to flatly declare one of these drugs superior to the others.

That said, there is one significant difference between Cialis for Use as Needed, one of two Cialis formulations, and the other two impotence drugs. While it doesn’t make this Cialis formulation work any differently than its two rivals, it contains more of the active ingredient and thus is effective for a longer period of time. If you’re planning a romantic weekend with your significant other, you might want to consider this longer-lasting Cialis, which has been shown to be effective for up to 36 hours. Not surprisingly, you’ll pay more for this type of Cialis than for either Viagra or Levitra, each of which is effective for four to six hours at the most.

Where can I buy Cialis online?

To ensure that the Cialis you order online is FDA-approved medication sourced solely from licensed U.S. pharmacies, order from one of Secure Medical’s online websites. These include AccessRx.com, eDrugstore.md, and ViaMedic.com. Secure Medical and its online drugstores are headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.

All medications dispensed through Secure Medical’s online drugstores carry a lot number that can be found either on the pill bottle or the pill card (packaging). To find out when and where the medication was produced, you can contact the manufacturer with the lot number. Also printed on pill bottle or packaging is the expiration date for the medication you’ve purchased.

If you have a prescription from your doctor, you can fax or scan and email it with your order. If you don’t have a prescription, Secure Medical’s online drugstores can arrange an online consultation with one of their contract physicians for no additional cost.

What’s the cost of Cialis?

Prices of Cialis vary slightly from one pharmaceutical retailer to another. We have used the current prices posted at AccessRx.com, eDrugstore.md, and ViaMedic.com, all of which are operated by Secure Medical and are based in Tempe, Arizona. All three online retailers sell only FDA-approved drugs that are sourced from licensed U.S. pharmacies.

Cialis comes in two different formulations, although the active ingredient in both is the same: tadalafil. The less expensive of the two is Cialis for Daily Use, which is designed to be taken daily so that the user can have an erection whenever the time is right. The cost per month (30 tablets) varies based on the amount of drugs offered. A one-month supply costs $269, or $8.97 per tablet, while a two-month supply is $499, dropping the price per tablet to $8.32. Buy three months worth of Cialis for Daily Use, and the price per tablet drops to $7.77, or $699 for 90 tablets.

Cialis for Use as Needed is effective for up to 36 hours. Two tablets of 10- or 20-milligram strength cost $98, or $49 per pill. However, if 10-milligram tablets get the job done for you, buying two 20-milligram tablets, which come with a complimentary pill splitter, in effect gives you four doses at $24.50 per doses. The more tablets you buy, the greater your savings.

Is Cialis covered by insurance?

There’s no easy answer to this question, because individual health insurers each have their own formulary of drugs that are covered under their various health plans. To determine whether your health plan’s prescription coverage extends to Cialis or other PDE5 inhibitors, you should consult with a representative of the health insurance company that offers your plan.

Medicare’s Part D prescription coverage does not include Cialis or other ED drugs, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Part D regulations exclude “drugs when used for treatment of sexual or erectile dysfunction, unless such agents
are used to treat a condition, other than sexual or erectile dysfunction, for which the
agents have been approved by the FDA.”

Health plans provided under the Affordable Care Act are sold by individual health insurance companies. While all such plans must cover some prescription drugs, each plan has its own formulary of generic and preferred drugs. You must check out the insurer’s formulary to find out whether Cialis and/or other drugs you take are included.

Is Cialis safe?

While both formulations — for daily use and as needed — of Cialis are generally safe, they may not be suitable for some patients, particularly those with certain underlying health conditions and those who are taking drugs that are incompatible with Cialis.

Men with heart conditions should consult their cardiologist before using Cialis. Doctors may advise against sexual activity for those with advanced heart disease. And those who are taking nitrate-based drugs to treat angina should never take Cialis at the same, because in combination the two drugs can cause a precipitous drop in blood pressure that might even result in death.

Most Cialis side effects are mild and tend to go away after continued use. These include diarrhea, facial flushing, flu-like symptoms, indigestion, and nausea. Patients who experience an erection that lasts for four hours or more or have a temporary loss of vision or hearing after Cialis use should immediately consult a medical professional.

How long does Cialis last?

Cialis comes in two different formulations: Cialis for Daily Use and Cialis for Use as Needed.

Cialis for Daily Use is available in tablets of 2.5 and 5 milligrams and is designed to be taken daily. Theoretically, a man on this type of Cialis can be ready for sexual activity whenever the time is right. It should be noted that the manufacturer’s label indicates the drug has not been studied “for multiple attempts per dose,” but hopefully most users would be satisfied that regular use of the pill enables them to have at least one erection daily.

Sometimes called the “weekend pill,” Cialis for Use as Needed was the first form of the drug to reach the market. Unlike most other PDE5 drugs currently on the market, Cialis for Use as Needed can be effective for up to 36 hours, compared with four to six hours for most of its competitors.

Can I buy 36-hour Cialis without a prescription?

36-hours Cialis is an FDA-approved medication used to treat erectile dysfunction. You can take 36-hour Cialis on an as-needed basis about 30 minutes before sexual activity.

Cialis is a prescription medication, so you must make an appointment with a licensed healthcare professional to obtain the drug. One option is to contact a reputable, USA-based online pharmacy to get a prescription for Cialis, since a few online pharmacies offer medical evaluations with US-licensed doctors. It’s a convenient option for men who don’t want to take time off work to see their doctor in person.

Beware of websites selling “generic” versions of Cialis. Currently, the FDA has not approved the generic form of Cialis, so it is illegal in the United States. Plus, these counterfeit medications can be dangerous to your health. When choosing an online pharmacy, do your research and choose a website you can trust.

Does Cialis cause eye problems?

The side effects of Cialis are generally mild, but can include vision changes including, “blue-tinged” vision, difficulty distinguishing blue and green, eye pain, and blurred vision. Because of these side effects, some men are concerned about long-term changes to their vision.

Studies have shown that erectile dysfunction medications like Cialis do not cause long-term vision problems or abnormalities in the retina, at least when taken daily over a 6-month period. Cialis is a PDE5 inhibitor that increases blood flow to the penis. The drug might also affect the retinas, causing visual side effects like mild and transient blurred vision.

To further understand the safety of Cialis, Eli Lilly conducted a controlled study to examine the issue. The results indicated that there is no cumulative damage or long-term visual side effects associated with Cialis. If you experience bothersome visual side effects while taking Cialis, speak to your doctor.