How to Compare Viagra & Cialis

Viagra (the little blue pill) and Cialis (the weekender) are oral treatments for erectile dysfunction. Viagra has been on the market five years longer than Cialis and is better known worldwide. These treatments have different effects in terms of how fast they work and how long they last.

Instructions

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  Ask your doctor if he or she would recommend Viagra or Cialis. Your doctor knows your health history best and can recommend the best product for you. For example, if you are on other medications, such as cimetidine or azole antifungal, then you will need to avoid Viagra. Cialis may work best as long as you are not taking nitrate medications.

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  Determine which product is better for you in terms of speed of results. Cialis begins working in 30 minutes while Viagra starts working in 15 minutes.

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  Compare how long the effects last. Cialis will remain effective up to 36 hours while Viagra works up to 5 hours. Cialis comes in smaller dosage, but has longer effects.

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  Examine the potential side effects. Viagra can cause headaches, blurred vision, a flushed face, dizziness or congestion. Cialis can cause muscle ache, back pain or stomach ache.

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  Compare pricing. Cialis is a little more expensive than Viagra for a monthly supply.