cialis
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Definition
- Noun:
- A medication for treating erectile dysfunction: "Cialis" is the brand name for a prescription drug used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. Its active ingredient is tadalafil. It belongs to a class of drugs called PDE5 inhibitors, which work by increasing blood flow to the penis to help achieve and maintain an erection.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- His doctor prescribed Cialis for his erectile dysfunction.
- Cialis is known for its longer duration of effect compared to similar medications.
Advanced Usage
- "to be on Cialis": to be using the medication Cialis as part of a treatment plan.
- He has been on Cialis for six months with good results.
Variants and Related Words
- Tadalafil (n): The generic, non-brand name for the active pharmaceutical ingredient in Cialis.
- The pharmacy offered the generic tadalafil as a less expensive alternative to Cialis.
Synonyms
- ED medication: A general term for drugs treating erectile dysfunction.
- PDE5 inhibitor: The scientific class of drugs to which Cialis belongs.
Related Phrases
- "Cialis for daily use": A specific, lower-dose regimen of Cialis taken once daily for continuous treatment.
- His urologist recommended Cialis for daily use instead of the on-demand dose.
Noun
- virility drug (trade name Cialis) used to treat erectile dysfunction in men