Treatment of erectile dysfunction has been changed beyond all recognition in the last few decades. Safe and reliable treatment is now at hand for most men who need it.
Choosing the right treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a confusing and often frustrating process. There are numerous options available, each with its own claims and potential benefits. To cut through the marketing hype and get to the heart of what works, we’ve delved deep into the real-world experiences of men using these treatments.
We have meticulously analysed over 2,000 verified customer reviews across five popular ED tablets- Viagra, Viagra Connect, sildenafil, Cialis, and tadalafil – to provide a clear, data-driven guide to help you make an informed decision when choosing between erectile dysfunction tablets.
Dr Fox regularly price checks other UK online prescribing services to ensure sildenafil (generic Viagra) and tadalafil (generic Cialis) prices remain competitive. The comparison data shows the UK major high street pharmacies cost significantly more than independent online pharmacies, in some cases over 350% more.
For several years Dr Fox patients have been able to have their preferred generic manufacturer/brand of tadalafil noted on their account, as well as manufacturers/brands they preferred not to receive.
These preferences have now been carefully collated into a report, the results of which are listed below. Cipla, Teva, Mylan, and Accord/Actavis (Actavis was merged into Accord) were the manufacturers/brands preferred most often.
For several years Dr Fox patients have been able to have their preferred generic manufacturer/brand of sildenafil noted on their account, as well as manufacturers/brands they preferred not to receive.
These preferences have now been carefully collated into a report, the results of which are listed below. Accord/Actavis, Teva, Mylan, and Bristol Labs were the manufacturers/brands preferred most often.
Dr Fox used to supply only Torrent Pharma sildenafil which was very popular with our patients, and had a score line so could be broken in half easily. Unfortunately Torrent ceased manufacturing sildenafil.
On 14 March 2023, the UK Medicines regulator (MHRA) approved an application to reclassify the erectile dysfunction medication Cialis. When marketed as Cialis Together (tadalafil 10mg), it will be a ‘P’ (pharmacy) medication, and so available ‘over the counter’ in pharmacies – see MHRA reclassifies Cialis Together tablets to a Pharmacy medicine – GOV.UK. This follows the 2018, ‘P’ classification of Viagra Connect (sildenafil 50mg) which has been available OTC, without a prescription, since then.
This decision is good news for men’s health …. Erectile dysfunction can be a debilitating condition, so it’s important men feel they have fast access to quality and legitimate care
Dr Laura Squire, MHRA’s Chief Officer for Healthcare, Quality and Access
Keeping it simple, tadalafil lasts for up to 36 hours and sometimes longer, and has the longest duration of action of all the PDE5 inhibitors. This compares to sildenafil (Viagra) which lasts for around 4 hours.
In addition, absorption of tadalafil is not affected by food, so it can be taken at any time before, during, or after a meal.
Tadalafil is a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction. It is a type of PDE5 inhibitor. Tadalafil is a generic or drug name – ‘Cialis’ is a branded form of tadalafil.
36 hours – really?
Yes, although this does not mean a continuous erection for 36 hours. Like all PDE5 inhibitors, tadalafil requires sexual stimulation to work – ie: you only get an erection when you want to.
Tadalafil 2.5mg and 5mg can be used on a daily basis
Tadalafil is the medical – or generic – name for the Cialis brand of erectile dysfunction medicine. Tadalafil works in a similar way to sildenafil (Viagra), however whereas sildenafil lasts for around 4 hours, tadalafil remains active for up to 36 hours, hence why it is sometime called the weekend pill. This does not mean you will have an erection for 36 hours, only when required, eg: when sexually aroused.
Most men take tadalafil as and when they need it 30 minutes or more before sexual activity. The usual starting dose is tadalafil 10mg, which – depending on effectiveness – may be increased to 20mg or decreased to 5mg.
