What Are the Different Side-Effects Between Viagra, Cialis & Levitra?

Monday, September 15 2008

Reviewed by:  Daniel Williams, MD

Viagra


Ever since Pfizer started producing Viagra, men with Erectile Dysfunction (ED) everywhere are enjoying the intimacy they once shared with their significant others. Viagra has also seen competition in the wake of its success from two other big-name Erectile Dysfunction medications, Cialis, and Levitra.

Because all of these drugs have similar efficacy, deciding which drug to choose for you becomes more challenging. Typically, these drugs are chosen based on a few factors: 1, the experience of the physician (side effects his/her patients have had, effectiveness), affordability, and 3, likelihood that the patient will comply with the prescription regimen.

Using online pharmacies helps you, the consumer, choose the most affordable option. Plus, online ordering is discrete and this improves patient compliance.

So, what kind of side effects can you expect?  And which one of these drugs is better than the other?

 
Cialis

As far as the side effects of Cialis go, the makers of Cialis warn that the side effects may be more severe in the elderly. Some of the most common side effects listed include:

• Headache
• Indigestion
• Back pain
• Muscle aches
• Flushing
• Stuffy or runny nose.
• Prolonged erection (in rare cases)
• Temporary loss of eyesight (in rare cases)
• Has interaction with any drugs containing nitrates
• Has interaction with any drugs containing alpha-blockers
• Has interaction with any sort of blood pressure drugs

Levitra

 

Levitra side effects are about the same as the other medications.  However, Levitra has been proven not to have as many negative interactions while taking other drugs, and is safe enough to use even with some existing conditions:

According to Bayer Pharmaceuticals Corporation – Makers of Levitra

Works for many men with a broad range of conditions, including high cholesterol
Works for most men, including those taking one or more types of blood pressure medication (ask your doctor about drug interactions)

Works for many men with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, across all levels of ED severity
May work when other oral treatments do not

The cost of Levitra is currently the same price as Viagra.  Cialis is currently a little higher than the two erectile dysfunction products. I would choose the product based on what you are looking for in an erectile dysfunction medications rather than trying to save a few bucks.  

Make sure to discuss your options with your primary care physician.  Once your doctor has approved of you taking Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra, you can always choose to purchase the medications online at an online pharmacy for more privacy. 

About the Author:  Rich Bernstein is a professional health writer who specializes in Men's Health & Telemedicine.