5 mg Cialis: On-Demand Use Versus Daily Therapy

CIALIS 5 mg is a light yellow film-coated tablet in the shape of an almond and has "C 5" marked on one side.

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chest pain - do not use nitrates but seek immediate medical assistance (frequency uncommon). priapism, a prolonged and possibly painful erection after taking CIALIS (frequency rare). If you have such an erection, which lasts continuously for more than 4 hours you should contact a doctor immediately. sudden loss of vision (frequency rare), distorted, dimmed, blurred central vision or sudden decrease of vision (frequency not known). Common (seen in 1 to 10 in every 100 patients) headache, back pain, muscle aches, pain in arms and legs, facial flushing, nasal congestion and indigestion.

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Uncommon (seen in 1 to 10 in every 1,000 patients) dizziness, stomach ache, feeling sick, being sick (vomiting), reflux, blurred vision, eye pain, difficulty in breathing, presence of blood in urine, prolonged erection, pounding heartbeat sensation, a fast heart rate, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, nose bleeds, ringing in the ears, swelling of the hands, feet or ankles and feeling tired. Rare (seen in 1 to 10 in every 10,000 patients) fainting, seizures and passing memory loss, swelling of the eyelids, red eyes, sudden decrease or loss of hearing, hives (itchy red welts on the surface of the skin), penile bleeding, presence of blood in semen and increased sweating. Heart attack and stroke have also been reported rarely in men taking CIALIS. Most of these men had known heart problems before taking this medicine. Partial, temporary, or permanent decrease or loss of vision in one or both eyes has been rarely reported. CIALIS 5 mg is available in blister packs containing 14, 28 or 84 tablets. Not all cialis oral strips pack sizes may be marketed. Eli Lilly Nederland B.V.Orteliuslaan 10003528 BD UtrechtThe Netherlands For any information about this medicine, please contact the local representative of the Marketing Authorisation Holder: This leaflet was last revised in January 2026.

Product	Dosage	Quantity + Bonus	Price
Cialis Generic	10mg	270 + 10 Pills	308.71€ 294.01€	Buy
Cialis Professional	20mg	360 + 6 Pills	807.03€ 768.60€	Buy
Cialis Super Active	20mg	180 + 20 Pills	521.59€ 496.75€	Buy
Cialis Black	80mg	60 + 4 Pills	150.98€ 143.79€	Buy
Cialis Original	20mg	4 Pills	41.99€ 39.99€	Buy
Cialis Generic	5mg	90 + 6 Pills	115.91€ 110.39€	Buy
Cialis Professional	20mg	30 Pills	104.57€ 99.59€	Buy
Cialis Super Active	20mg	60 + 8 Pills	230.32€ 219.35€	Buy
Cialis Professional	40mg	60 + 2 Pills	262.32€ 249.83€	Buy
Cialis Original	20mg	22 + 2 Pills	129.20€ 123.05€	Buy
Cialis Original	20mg	64 + 4 Pills	274.18€ 261.12€	Buy
Cialis Generic	2.5mg	180 + 10 Pills	154.86€ 147.49€	Buy
Cialis Professional	40mg	10 Pills	65.09€ 61.99€	Buy
Cialis Soft Tabs	20mg	120 + 6 Pills	248.64€ 236.80€	Buy
Cialis Professional	20mg	180 + 4 Pills	423.11€ 402.96€	Buy

Lasts up to 36 hours, up to 86% effective Choosing the right Cialis dose for erectile dysfunction is all about finding what works best for you and your needs.

• The 5 mg dose balances efficacy with side effect profile.
• Often prescribed after a successful trial of 20 mg as-needed dose.
• For BPH, it can be combined with an alpha-blocker under supervision.
• Do not start an alpha-blocker within 4 days of starting Cialis.
• Can mask symptoms of prostate cancer; regular screenings are key.
• Not recommended for men with uncontrolled hypertension.
• Use in men with peptic ulcers or bleeding disorders requires caution.
• Dehydration or excessive physical activity may increase side effect risk.
• The decision between daily and on-demand dosing is individualized.
• Patient assistance programs may be available for financial help.

It comes in 4 different strengths, and the best dosage depends on how often you plan to use it and how your body responds to the medication, which will vary for everyone. Find out how to choose the right strength of Cialis for you and how often you can take it. You can get Cialis in four different doses in th UK: 2.5mg: small white pills with ‘2.5mg’ written on them 5mg: small light orange pills with ‘5mg’ written on them 10mg: large light orange pills with ‘10mg’ written on them 20mg: large dark orange pills with ‘20mg’ written on them The dose of Cialis refers to how much of the active ingredient ‘tadalafil’ is in them. The lower doses (2.5mg and 5mg) are usually prescribed for ‘daily’ use, while the higher two doses (10mg and 20mg) can be taken as required or ‘on demand’. This means you take them at least 30mins before you plan to have sex, instead of taking them at the same time every day. 5mg is the standard dose for Cialis Daily, and 10mg is the standard dose for on demand Cialis.

How should this medicine be used?

CIALIS tablets are for oral use in men only. Swallow the tablet whole with some water. The tablets can be taken with or without food. Drinking alcohol may temporarily lower your blood pressure. If you have taken or are planning to take CIALIS, avoid excessive drinking (blood alcohol level of 0.08% or greater), since this may increase the risk of dizziness when standing up.

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The recommended dose is one 5 mg tablet taken once a day at approximately the same time of the day. Your doctor may adjust the dose to 2.5 mg based on your response to CIALIS. Do not take CIALIS more than once a day. When taken once a day CIALIS allows you to obtain an erection, when sexually stimulated, at any time point during the 24 hours of the day. Once a day dosing of CIALIS may be useful to men who anticipate having sexual activity two or more times per week. The maximum dose of tadalafil for erectile dysfunction in the UK is 20mg, and higher doses are currently only available in the US. Higher doses of Cialis have an increased risk of side effects, because blood pressure is affected and the amount of Cialis in your body can build up over time.

• The daily regimen can reduce performance anxiety associated with timing.
• For BPH, it reduces urinary urgency, frequency, and nocturia.
• It may take 4-6 weeks of daily use for full BPH benefits.
• Some men may experience muscle aches, often in the back or legs.
• Do not use if you have severe heart disease or recent heart attack.
• PDE5 inhibitors like Cialis are contraindicated with riociguat.
• A physical cause for ED should be investigated before treatment.
• Psychological factors can still contribute to ED while on medication.
• The pill does not increase sexual desire (libido) on its own.
• Manufacturer offers a savings card for eligible patients.

40mg of tadalafil is used in some situations to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, but only under specialist supervision because of the risks. While the lower doses of 2.5mg and 5mg can be taken daily, the 10mg and 20mg doses are to be taken when needed." If you have sex on up to three different days a week, and you’ve never tried Cialis before, this is usually the first dose of Cialis that’s recommended.

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It is important to note that CIALIS does not work if there is no sexual stimulation. Drinking alcohol may affect your ability to get an erection. The dose is one 5 mg tablet taken once a day at approximately the same time of the day. If you have benign prostatic hyperplasia and erectile dysfunction, the dose remains one 5 mg tablet taken once a day. You may experience side effects described in section 4.

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Take your dose as soon as you remember but do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet. You should not take CIALIS more than once a day. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. These effects are normally mild to moderate in nature. It’s known as the ‘standard dose’: Cialis 10mg is taken as you need it (on demand), at least half an hour before sex It can last for up to 36 hours This dosage works for most people who try it and has a lower risk of side effects than higher strengths This dose comes in pack sizes of 4, 8, 12, 16, and 28 tablets from Superdrug Online Doctor If you tried Cialis 10mg and didn’t see the desired effect (but also didn’t experience any negative side effects), you can try upping the dose to 20mg. Like 10mg Cialis, 20mg Cialis is taken as you need it (on demand), at least half an hour before sex It also lasts for the same amount of time, up to 36 hours This dose can work for some people who didn’t see enough of an effect from 10mg, but it is also more likely to cause side effects This dose also comes in pack sizes of 4, 8, 12, 16, and 28 tablets from Superdrug Online Doctor If you have sex on more than three different days in a week, taking Cialis Daily might be a good idea. This comes in 2 doses like Cialis on demand, but the higher dose of 5mg is the standard one. 5mg is taken once a day at the same time As long as you take every dose, you should always see the effects If 5mg works fine for you but you get side effects, then you can switch to 2.5mg, which works the same way but has a lower risk of side effects Both doses come in pack sizes of 28 tablets from Superdrug Online Doctor Daily erection treatment so you’re always ready All doses can be taken up to once a day. You should never take more than one Cialis tablet every 24 hours. Think about switching to Cialis Daily if: You find you are taking the higher on-demand doses (10mg or 20mg) on more than three different days in a week. You are ‘topping up’ after 24 hours.

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Some additional rare side effects have been reported in men taking CIALIS that were not seen in clinical trials. migraine, swelling of the face, serious allergic reaction which causes swelling of the face or throat, serious skin rashes, some disorders affecting blood flow to the eyes, irregular heartbeats, angina and sudden cardiac death. distorted, dimmed, blurred central vision or sudden decrease of vision (frequency not known). The side effect dizziness has been reported more frequently in men over 75 years of age taking CIALIS. Diarrhoea has been reported more frequently in men over 65 years of age taking CIALIS.

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical treatment:

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme; Website: or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine. Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after ‘EXP’. The on-demand doses (10mg and 20mg) work for up to 36 hours, so if the doses overlap this can lead to higher amounts in the bloodstream which may lead to more side effects. You find the effects of Cialis wear off before 24 hours are up and you want to have sex again.

Parameter	Value	Description
Absorption Time	About 2 hours	Time to reach peak plasma levels
Half-life	17.5 hours	Duration of drug presence in blood
Bioavailability	40%	Percentage absorbed into circulation
Metabolism	Liver (CYP3A4 enzyme)	Primary pathway
Excretion	Feces and urine	Elimination routes

If you’re on 2.5mg or 10mg and you haven’t had any problems with side effects, then the dose can be increased to see if that has a better effect. You will need to discuss this with your doctor before making any changes though. If you’re on a daily dose of 5mg then a higher on demand dosage might be worth trying, after first discussing with your doctor.

• Cialis should be stored in a cool, dry place.
• Keep medications out of reach of children.
• A 5 mg daily dose can improve quality of life.
• Cialis may be used with certain lifestyle changes.
• Regular sexual activity can enhance treatment effectiveness.
• Dose adjustments require physician approval.
• Do not take Cialis more than once per day.
• Notify your doctor of any other medications.
• Tadalafil, the active compound in Cialis, lasts longer than other ED drugs.
• Cialis can help reduce performance anxiety.
• It is important to have realistic expectations.
• Follow-up appointments help optimize treatment.

If 20mg of Cialis doesn’t work for you, you may have to try a different medication. Or, you could try combining Cialis with some other treatments like lifestyle changes, counselling, penis pumps, or therapy. You should never combine Cialis with any other erectile dysfunction medication, or take more than the recommended daily dosage. Cialis and Viagra have different active ingredients in them that make them work.

The drug Cialis is popular because you can take it every day. But should you?

The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Store in the original package in order to protect from moisture. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment. So, the doses of Cialis and Viagra are not related and you can’t compare the number of mg to figure out which might be more effective (e.g. 20mg of Viagra wouldn’t be the same as 20mg of Cialis). Most people taking Cialis Daily 5 mg notice some improvement within 3 to 5 days, with fuller benefits over 1 to 2 weeks and maximum effect by about 4 weeks.