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Cialis (tadalafil) has FDA approval to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and other sexual health conditions. This article features the most convenient and discreet places to get Cialis online.

Cialis belongs to a group of medications that experts call phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. These include sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil, and avanafil, which have Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval to treat erectile dysfunction.

This article looks at the best places to get Cialis online. It also discusses safety considerations, frequently asked questions, and when to speak with a doctor about ED.

Please note that the writer of this article has not tried these products. All information presented is purely research-based and correct at the time of publication.

The table below compares the above brands for buying Cialis online:

PriceConsultation feeShippingInsurance accepted?
Hims$1.33–$958free5–7 business daysno
Roman$8–$80$152 daysno
Optumdependent on local pharmacy$25 initial consultationnoneno
Lemonaid$65around $252–3 business daysyes, via local pharmacy
K Health$1.80 per 10 mg dose$39 per appointment
$147 per quarter for unlimited consultations
5–7 business daysno

Medical News Today chooses Cialis retailers that meet the following criteria:

  • Company reputation: MNT only features brands that have undergone our internal vetting of medical and business standards. The brands we choose are reputable and reliable, with positive reviews and transparent business practices.
  • Product transparency: MNT only features retailers that clearly state the ingredients, side effects, and recommended dosage of Cialis.
  • Safety: MNT selects brands that require a doctor’s prescription before customers can order Cialis. This ensures that a person can safely take Cialis and that the provider is responsible.
  • Price: MNT chooses brands offering both brand-name and generic Cialis to suit a range of budgets.
  • Privacy: MNT selects Cialis retailers with robust privacy and data protection policies.
  • Discretion: MNT chooses brands that send its Cialis in discreet packaging.

Medical News Today follows a strict product selection and vetting process. Learn more here.

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A person considering generic or branded Cialis must consult a medical professional to determine the best type and dosage for them and receive a prescription.

They may wish to research the company to ensure it conducts itself ethically and sells quality products. Price, available dosages, the cost of online appointments, and whether the company sends medication in discreet packaging are a few factors that may influence a person’s choice of provider.

Viagra is another branded medication that can treat ED. Below, we compare the two.

FormActive ingredientHow to useDosesSide effects
Cialistablettadalafiltake as needed before sexmay include:
• headaches
back pain
muscle pain
facial flushes
indigestion
Viagratabletsildenafiltake up to 4 hours before sexmay include:
• headaches
• flushing
nasal congestion
• back pain
nausea
dizziness
• skin rash

The price of Cialis varies considerably depending on which pharmacy a person uses.

According to Optum Perks, here are the prices for 30, 5 mg Cialis tablets at several major pharmacies:

  • Walmart: $303
  • Target (CVS): $304
  • CVS Pharmacy: $304
  • Walgreens: $302

Higher doses are more expensive.

Cialis is considerably more expensive than its generic version, tadalafil.

Optum offers valid coupons at the above pharmacies and many other independent stores. People can visit the company’s website and redeem the coupons online.

Cialis is available in tablet form that people can take with or without food.

People with ED should take this medication at least 30 minutes before engaging in sexual activity. They can also take it once daily. People should not take more than one tablet within 24 hours.

In addition, people should take Cialis around the same time every day. Daily dosing may suit people who have frequent sexual intercourse or prefer more spontaneity.

An on-demand dose is 10 or 20 mg, while a daily dose is 2.5 or 5 mg.

People should always follow a doctor’s instructions when taking this type of medication. A doctor may recommend increasing or decreasing the dose depending on how the person’s body responds to treatment.

People who experience regular symptoms of ED should contact a doctor to discuss treatment options.

Some symptoms include:

  • getting occasional erections but not before having sex
  • difficulty keeping an erection
  • not being able to get an erection at any time

When taking Cialis, a person should consult a doctor or seek emergency medical treatment if they develop any of the following symptoms:

Cialis may not be suitable for people with chest pain who take nitrates, as combining the two medications can lower blood pressure to a dangerous level.

Besides ED, healthcare professionals may recommend Cialis or other PDE5 inhibitors for the following conditions:

  • idiopathic pulmonary hypertension
  • premature ejaculation alongside erectile dysfunction
  • high altitude sickness
  • penile rehabilitation after radical prostatectomy
  • lower urinary tract infections

People should take one tablet before engaging in sexual activity.

According to the FDA, there is currently no shortage of tadalafil or Cialis.

However, if a person cannot find a pharmacy that can dispense Cialis, healthcare professionals may prescribe an alternative medication that works in similar ways, such as sildenafil or Viagra.

Both generic and branded Cialis are “real” Cialis. Generic versions of drugs are equally as effective as their branded counterparts as they contain the same active ingredients at the same doses. However, their prices vary greatly.

 

Generic Cialis (tadalafil) works in the same way. Both drugs contain tadalafil, the active ingredient that helps the penis stay harder for longer.

Viagra and Cialis are both PDE5 inhibitors, which means they work in similar ways to help people have and maintain erections.

However, Cialis tends to last longer in the body. According to the United Kingdom’s National Health Service, Cialis can last up to 36 hours, whereas alternatives last around 4 hours.

Yes, people need a prescription to buy Cialis online. People should never buy Cialis from companies claiming they can sell Cialis without a prescription.

The FDA warns that some online pharmacies are not reputable providers. A person should always check reviews and recognize the signs of a reputable virtual pharmacy.

According to the FDA, online pharmacies are likely safe if they require a doctor’s prescription, have headquarters in the United States and provide a physical address and telephone number within the country, work with licensed pharmacists or physicians, and have a license with the state board of pharmacy.

Cialis and Viagra are both PDE5 inhibitors, and scientific research states that they are generally 60–70% effective for on-demand treatment. They contain different active ingredients, and while they are similar in effectiveness, how long they work can differ.

People should only take the dose a doctor recommends. If they want to change dose or medication, they should discuss this with a doctor.

Cialis can work for up to 36 hours. How long an erection will last differs from person to person.

Various online pharmacies offer Cialis. A person will need an online consultation with a licensed doctor if they do not already have a prescription.

People can tell whether an online pharmacy is legitimate if it requires a prescription to dispense medication, has a valid, U.S.-based address and phone number, and has a license with the state board of pharmacy.