Cialis (pronounced "see-Alice") is a moderate advance in the field of treatment for erectile dysfunction in men. Studies have shown that Cialis improved erections in eighty-five percent of men taking the target dose (20mg) of the drug, and "normal" erections in over sixty percent. The effects of the dose had rapid onset, and lasted for a full twenty-four hours (or longer), giving quite a bit more leeway that the original drug in this class, Viagra. There also do not seem to be any of the effects on color vision that were common with sidenafil citrate.
Brand name of Tadafenil
Indications
Male erectile dysfunction (ED)
Dosage for adults
10mg, 20mg, 25mg used in studies - final dosage not yet set
Dosage for children
This drug is not indicated for use in children
How supplied
Potential sizes include 10mg, 20mg, and 25mg
Additional Information
Cialis, is expected to be released by Eli-Lilly and Company in the last quarter of 2002. (A sustained rise in the company's stock price is expected to occur.)
Date of most recent Update
September 25, 2002
Further information is available in the writeup for the generic name of this medication