Cialis (Tadalafil)

GP and surgeon Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) explains: "Cialis (tadalafil) is a long-acting PDE5 inhibitor used to manage male erectile dysfunction. It is often preferred because it stays active in the body for up to 36 hours, allowing for greater spontaneity compared to other treatments." If you think this treatment is right for you, you can begin an online consultation. A registered prescriber will review your suitability. If approved, your medication is delivered discreetly to your door.

Where to Buy Cialis Online in the UK?

If you are looking to buy Cialis online in the UK, UK Meds provides a safe service. Our platform connects you with independent prescribers and GPhC-registered partner pharmacies.

• Cheap Tadalafil UK: Generic prices start from just 59p per tablet.
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Can I Order Cialis Online Without a Prescription?

Standard Cialis 10mg or 20mg is a prescription-only medicine, meaning you cannot buy it "off the shelf." However, you do not need to visit a GP first. When you order Cialis online at UK Meds, we provide a free private prescription included in the cost after you complete our medical consultation.

If you specifically want to buy Cialis without a doctor prescription, you should choose Cialis Together, which is available over-the-counter for men aged 18+.

You can choose between Cialis (Lilly) and Generic Tadalafil. Both contain the exact same active ingredient and work in the same way, but Tadalafil is the cheapest Cialis UK option.

*Prices shown for Generic Tadalafil. Branded Cialis prices are higher due to manufacturing costs.

What is the difference?

• Cialis: The original brand manufactured by Eli Lilly. It is well-known but more expensive.
• Tadalafil (Generic Cialis): The unbranded version. It is clinically identical, equally effective, and the cheapest Cialis online option.

Which Cialis Version Do I Need?

There are three main ways to take Tadalafil. Use this table to decide which suits you best:

Cialis (tadalafil) is highly effective. In clinical studies, over 80% of men achieved improved erections compared to placebo^[1].

• Duration: It remains effective for up to 36 hours, earning it the nickname "The Weekend Pill"^[2].
• Success Rate: It works well for most men, including those with diabetes or high blood pressure^[3].
• Reliability: It may take up to 8 attempts to fully gauge effectiveness.

Tadalafil belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It relaxes blood vessels, allowing blood to flow into the penis when you are sexually aroused.

• Requires Stimulation: Cialis will not cause an erection on its own; you must be aroused.
• Onset: Typically works within 30 minutes.
• Freedom from Timing: Because it lasts 36 hours, you don't need to "time" sex precisely.

1. Timing: Swallow one tablet with water at least 30 minutes before sex.
2. Food: Unlike Viagra, Cialis can be taken with or without food without affecting its speed.
3. Alcohol: Limit alcohol intake. Excessive drinking can reduce the drug's effectiveness and increase dizziness.
4. Frequency: Do not take more than one tablet in 24 hours.

Video: How and When to Take Cialis

Watch Dr Andrew Hart-Pinto explain how Cialis works and how to get the best results in this video by JHP Medical UK.

Cialis is suitable for men aged 18+ with erectile dysfunction. However, it can interact with certain conditions and medicines.

Can I Become Dependent on Cialis?

Cialis is not physically addictive, meaning you won’t experience withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking it. However, some men may develop a psychological reliance, feeling they cannot perform without it due to confidence or anxiety issues. If you are concerned about dependency, speak to your prescriber.

Ingredients

The active ingredient is tadalafil.

Dr Samantha Miller explains common side effects: "Common side effects of tadalafil include headache, flushing, blocked nose, indigestion, back pain, and muscle aches. These are usually mild and temporary. Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol. If you experience chest pain, vision loss, or a prolonged erection (priapism) lasting more than 4 hours, seek emergency medical help immediately."

For a full list of side effects, please read the official Cialis Patient Information Leaflet (PIL).

If Cialis doesn't work for you, other ED treatments may be better suited to your lifestyle.

Other ED Treatment Options:

• Cialis Together: Pharmacy medicines available without a prescription.
• Vitaros Cream: An alternative for men who cannot take tablets.
• Penis Pumps: Vacuum devices that help achieve an erection without medication.

Non-Medicinal Treatments for ED

Medication is not the only way to treat erectile dysfunction. For many men, combining Cialis with lifestyle changes yields the best results.

• Counselling & Therapy: If your ED is caused by stress, anxiety, or relationship issues, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or psychosexual counselling can be highly effective.
• Lifestyle Changes: Quitting smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and regular cardiovascular exercise improve blood flow naturally, often enhancing the effect of medication.

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1. Complete the online consultation.
2. Our registered prescriber reviews your answers.
3. If approved, your medication is dispatched for discreet delivery.

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