Viagra vs. Cialis vs. Levitra - Which one is better?
Ready to combat erectile dysfunction but confused about which erectile dysfunction drug to take? You are not the only one. There are only three oral drugs approved by the FDA to treat erectile dysfunction: Cialis, Levitra, and Viagra. Viagra (sildenafil citrate) is definitely the most popular, but popularity alone shouldn’t be a determining factor. The more recently approved Cialis (tadalafil) and Levitra (vardenafil) are also highly effective and very safe alternatives, although they may not be as popular. The problem for most people is deciding on the best alternative for them. All three work by increasing the blood flow into the penis so that when a man gets sexually excited, he can attain an erection. Technically, Cialis, Levitra, and Viagra are fundamentally the same. They do the same job of allowing a man to get an erection. The main differences are:
Recommended Dosages:
Viagra: 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg tablets. Most patients begin using the 50 mg pill and either increase or decrease the dosage based on drug tolerance and / or effectiveness. Most healthcare practitioners recommend taking Viagra 1 hour prior to sexual activity but studies have shown that Viagra can actually be taken anywhere from 30 minutes to 4 hours before having sex.
Cialis: 5mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg tablets. It is recommended that you start out using 10 mg tablets and either increase or decrease the dosage depending on the results achieved. Traditionally, Cialis tablets can be taken anywhere from 30 minutes to 12 hours prior to sexual activity. Cialis soft tabs (which need not go through the digestion process) may be taken around 15 minutes prior to sexual activity.
Levitra: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, and 20mg. Most people start out on the 10 mg pill and either work their way up or down depending on the results achieved. Levitra should be taken anywhere from 25 minutes to 1 hour prior to sexual activity, though some experts claim sex can be initiated in as early as 15 minutes. Levitra is a safe choice of treatment for older men and those suffering from conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

How long does the effect last?
Viagra: approximately 4 hours
Cialis: approximately 17 to 36 hours (This is why they call Cialis the weekend pill.)
Levitra: approximately 5 hours
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