Female Cialis (tadalafil) is a PDE5 inhibitor which also improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure. This product contains the same active ingredient as the male erectile dysfunction treatment, Cialis.

In women, female Cialis is thought to improve the enjoyment of sex and increase orgasm predominantly by the improved blood flow, which engorges the clitoris, labia, and vagina with blood. Greater blood supply improves sensitivity, helps with natural lubrication, and promotes orgasm.

Female Cialis does not alter mental or emotional states. It will not cause a woman to seek sex from anyone willing to participate. Nor is it an aphrodisiac; some stimulation---be it physical or emotional---is required for desire to grow.

Some women may be interested in Addyi rather than female Cialis; this medication was specifically designed for women and works by balancing chemicals in the brain.

Treatment Overview

Taking female Cialis is similar in both men and women. The medication begins working about 30 minutes to 1 hour after administration, and remains effective for an impressive 36 hours on average.

General treatment guidelines are:

• Take a single dose 30 minutes to 1 hour before anticipated intimacy.
• Do not exceed 20 mg in a single dose.
• Do not take more than one dose in 24 hours.
• Do not take more than three doses per week.

In most cases women are started on 10 mg doses. If a woman feels this dose is too strong, or if side effects are difficult to deal with, dosage should be reduced to 5 mg. On the other hand, some women feel 10 mg is not strong enough, and may be advised to take 15 or 20 mg, assuming no serious side effects are present.

Speed of effectiveness will vary to some degree between individuals. Most women quickly figure out how quickly the medication begins working and can adjust dose-timing accordingly. Note that eating heavy or high-fat meals may interfere with the speed of effectiveness, slowing it considerably.

What to Expect

Many women who have taken female Cialis agree that sex is more pleasurable and orgasm is easier to achieve. Sensitivity is increased, making physical stimulation greater. Natural lubrication is also improved, further increasing the enjoyability of sex. Though not a direct result of the medication, better sex may make women more interested in it as well.

Some women do not notice any particular change; this is likely due in part to natural variance (not everyone reacts the same to a given medication), but also partly due to the underlying cause. Cialis use in women is not well-studied, and there are likely a number of limiting factors; for example, it may not address lack of interest in sex as a side effect of other medications.

Female Cialis should be tried a few times before deciding it doesn't work, assuming no serious side effects, however. If there is no increase in pleasure after several tries, it's probably not going to work. Alternatively, if taking 10 mg, dosage may be increased up to 20 mg per dose.

Precautions

Before taking female Cialis, women with other, preexisting medical conditions and/or taking other medications should be sure to speak with a doctor regarding safety, risks, and warning signs.

Conditions of concern include:

• Cardiovascular conditions
• High or low blood pressure
• Liver or kidney impairment
• Sickle cell anemia or hemophilia
• Stomach ulcers

And other medications of concern include:

• Any medication that contains nitrates, including nitroglycerin
• Any medication that raises or lowers blood pressure
• Other PDE5 inhibitors
• Antiviral medications
• Anticonvulsant medications
• Antidepressant medications
• Alpha-blocker medications

A woman with the above medical conditions or taking the above medications should not necessarily rule out female Cialis use, though a doctor may advise avoiding it. Solutions include dosage modifications, alternative medications, and so forth.

Recreational drugs, including alcohol, can cause a rapid, dangerous drop in blood pressure, and often mask warning symptoms. These drugs are best avoided when female Cialis is taken, and should never be used in excess.

Grapefruit and grapefruit juices should also be avoided with female Cialis.

Adverse Effects

Most women using female Cialis as directed do not experience any side effects, or experience only mild side effects. Common side effects include:

• Headache
• Muscle aches
• Backache
• Nasal congestion
• Indigestion
• Hot flashes

The above are usually mild, and usually fade away within the first few hours of taking a dose. If they become severe, or persist for longer than 24 hours, medical attention should be sought. Do not take more female Cialis, or any PDE5 inhibitor, unless a doctor approves it.

Rarely more severe side effects can develop. Though usually associated with too much Cialis or taking it more often than advised, they do also sometimes occur in patients who take it exactly as directed. Severe side effects that call for rapid medical attention include:

• Chest pain
• Symptoms of heart attack
• Symptoms of stroke
• Vision changes
• Hearing changes
• Loss of vision or hearing

Note that vision or hearing changes or loss are nearly always temporary; vision or hearing usually returns to normal after the medication leaves the system. In very rare cases, however, they are not reversible. Individuals with a history of vision or hearing issues may want to avoid this medication. If any vision or hearing changes are experienced while taking female Cialis, even if mild and temporary, use of the medication---and any other PDE5 inhibitor---should stop.

The effects of female Cialis on unborn or breastfeeding babies have not been studied. It is probably best to avoid this medication if pregnant or breastfeeding. At a minimum, consult a doctor before use.