Cialis Together – Advice for patients
Cialis Together – Advice for patients22
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HOW TO TAKE IT
WHEN TO TAKE IT
WHAT TO EXPECT
- One 10mg tablet as needed with a glass of water
- Can be taken with or without food. The rate and extent of absorption of Cialis Together is not influenced by food
- Should be taken at least 30 minutes before anticipated sexual activity
- Maximum recommended dose of one tablet a day
- Not recommended for daily use – patients using the product at least twice weekly should consult their doctor to discuss whether a once daily regimen with a lower dosage of tadalafil would be more appropriate
- Sexual stimulation is required for Cialis Together to be effective
- Starts working from 30 minutes after taking
- Effects last for up to 36 hours (1.5 days)
- For most patients, Cialis Together will work the first or second time they try it. If it has been some time since they were able to get or keep an erection, it may take several attempts before they are successful29
Remind every patient to read the Patient Information Leaflet carefully before taking Cialis Together.
Refer patients to their GP if:
- They are not able to achieve a sufficient erection for satisfactory sexual activity even after using Cialis Together several times on different occasions
- Their ED worsens after using Cialis Together
- If they are using the product at least twice weekly. Cialis Together is not recommended for daily use, and patients should consult their doctor to discuss whether a once daily regimen with a lower dose of tadalafil would be more appropriate.
Lifestyle advice for all patients
All patients presenting with erection problems can benefit from information about the possible causes of ED and advice on lifestyle factors that are risk factors for ED:30
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Stop smoking
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Limit alcohol intake to small or moderate amounts
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Avoid recreational drugs
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Lose or manage their weight: men who are overweight are more at risk of ED
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Eat healthily
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Take regular exercise
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Reduce stress