CIALIS® (tadalafil): Talking With Your Partner About ED

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Talking With Your Partner

Good communication is at the heart of healthy, lasting relationships. If you have a hard time talking about ED (erectile dysfunction), you're not alone.

One in three men says it's impossible to talk face-to-face with someone about erections.*

It doesn't have to be impossible to talk face-to-face with your partner or your doctor about ED. It's a real medical condition. Think and talk about ED as the medical problem it is. Doing so can leave blame, anger, tension, and anxiety out of the discussion.

Not sure how to begin the conversation?

Here are some conversation starters you could use:

"I wonder if the problems I've been having during sex are caused by a medicine I'm taking."

"Sex is important to us, and we both know that our sex life has changed. We should talk about it."

"I read that having ED can be a warning sign of another health problem. I think we should learn more about it."

Partners can be the ones to start the conversation about ED, too. Here are some conversation starters for partners to consider:

"I love you and know you love me, but lately I think you've been avoiding me sexually. I think it's time we talk about it."

"Do you think the reason we haven't been making love might be a medical problem? Maybe we should check it out with the doctor."

"I know I've been neglecting you in the bedroom and I'm sorry. But maybe a doctor can offer some options."

"You know those ads we've been seeing on TV? Maybe we should find out more."

*In a multinational survey of nearly 3000 men who have experienced ED.

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CIALIS is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Important Safety Information for CIALIS^® (tadalafil)

CIALIS IS NOT FOR EVERYONE. Only your doctor can decide if CIALIS is right for you. Before taking CIALIS, ask if you're healthy enough for sexual activity and be sure to tell your doctor about all your medical conditions and all medications. Don't take CIALIS if you take nitrates as the combination can cause a sudden, unsafe drop in blood pressure.

CIALIS for daily use remains in your body for as long as you take it. Tell your doctor about all medications, especially if you take nitrates (often used for chest pain) or medicines for blood pressure, alpha blockers, antifungals, or HIV, so your doctor can be aware of potential drug interactions.

Don't drink alcohol in excess (to a level of intoxication) with CIALIS, as this may increase your chances of getting dizzy or lowering your blood pressure. CIALIS does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. The most common side effects with CIALIS were headache and upset stomach. Backache and muscle ache were also reported, sometimes with delayed onset.

As with any ED tablet, in the rare event of an erection lasting more than 4 hours, seek immediate medical help to avoid long-term injury.

In rare instances, men taking prescription ED tablets (including CIALIS) reported a sudden decrease or loss of vision or hearing (sometimes with ringing in the ears and dizziness). It's not possible to determine if these events are related directly to the ED tablets or to other factors. If you have a sudden decrease or loss of vision or hearing, stop taking any ED tablet, including CIALIS and call your doctor right away.

CIALIS is available by prescription only. For additional safety information, talk to your doctor about this medicine and see the full Patient Information.