Is Tadalafil The Same As Cialis?

Erectile dysfunction affects around one in five men in the UK, so it’s a common topic of research. If you have been looking for treatments, it is likely you have come across both Tadalafil and Cialis. A common question people ask is if these two things are the same thing. We’ve written this article to help demystify this question. Read on to find the answer.

In short, yes. Tadalafil and Cialis are both medically identical. So why do they have different names? Tadalafil is the active ingredient that increases the blood flow to your body, while Cialis is the brand name of a medicine that contains this active ingredient. Another example of this is an active ingredient called Sildenafil, which is the main component of a well-known medication called Viagra.

So, what is the Difference?

Because Tadalafil and Cialis share the same active ingredient, both options will take around 30 minutes to come into effect and will last roughly 36 hours. The main difference between the two boils down to cost and packaging. When the drug manufacturer Eli Lilly first introduced this medication to the market, they held an exclusive right to sell the product under the brand name, Cialis. After the exclusive patent expires, other drug manufacturers are legally allowed to sell the same product. These other drug manufacturers tend to be cheaper because they avoid the costly clinical trials process and can move straight into production. Choosing between Tadalafil and Cialis is primarily a matter of preference and budget.

If you would like any further guidance on this topic, feel free to reach out to the PharmaBee team, who are a fully regulated GPhC registered UK pharmacy.