Sildenafil or Tadalafil: Finding the Right Fit

Sildenafil or Tadalafil: Finding the Right Fit

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Sildenafil and tadalafil are the two most widely prescribed treatments for erectile dysfunction. Both help most men who try them, and both are now available as lower-cost generics. The real question is usually not which one is "better", but which one matches your plans.

Sildenafil is typically taken about an hour before sex and lasts around four to five hours. A large meal can slow it down. Generic tadalafil, on the other hand, can work for up to 36 hours, and food makes little difference. Plenty of men also take a low daily dose of tadalafil so they never need to time a tablet.

If you want a simple comparison, this guide covers doses, timing and safety.

Before you start: never take either generic tadalafil medicine with nitrate tablets or sprays for chest pain or with "poppers". Let your doctor know about any blood pressure tablets. The usual side effects are headache, flushing, a blocked nose and indigestion. Get urgent help for an erection lasting more than four hours or sudden changes in vision.

Strength matters too. The licensed doses are 25, 50 or 100 mg for sildenafil and 2.5 to 20 mg for tadalafil. Higher-strength tablets do not reliably work better, but they do make side effects more likely. Stick to the dose on your prescription.

If you choose to buy generic sildenafil or tadalafil online, make sure the strength matches your prescription and read the patient leaflet. A valid prescription is required for every order of a prescription medicine. More practical tips are in this article.

This is general information, not medical advice. Always check with your doctor before starting a new medicine.

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