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Cialis Legal Information<\/h1>\n\n
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Cialis carries risks like heart complications, vision or hearing loss, and even melanoma. While many users benefit from the drug, those with certain health conditions may face life-threatening reactions. Past lawsuits have challenged the safety of Cialis.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

Cialis (tadalafil) is an erectile dysfunction drug. It’s a popular PDE5 inhibitor. Millions of Americans have benefited from the drug since Eli Lilly and Company introduced it in 2003. But like many other prescription drugs, Cialis carries certain health risks.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, in some cases, the health consequences of taking this medication have been quite severe. The most significant risk is melanoma<\/a> or skin cancer.<\/p>\n

Here, we’ll discuss the medical complications experts have linked to Cialis. We’ll also discuss recent news about this erectile dysfunction (ED) medication, including updates on various Cialis lawsuits.<\/p>\n

If you’ve suffered an illness after using Cialis, you may have a legal claim. Contact a product liability attorney<\/a> near you to discuss your situation. An attorney can explain your legal options and recommend next steps.<\/p>\n

What Is Cialis?<\/h2>\n

Cialis (tadalafil) is a popular\u00a0erectile dysfunction\u00a0drug. It helps males with the inability to achieve or maintain a normal erection by increasing blood flow to the penis. Eli Lilly and Company manufactures Cialis. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the drug in 2003. The drug competes with Pfizer’s Viagra<\/a> (sildenafil citrate). But don’t confuse Cialis with the discontinued ED drug, Levitra<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The FDA later approved Cialis for treatment in men with an enlarged prostate. The FDA also approved the use of Cialis to treat erectile dysfunction and an enlarged prostate simultaneously in men who suffer from both conditions.<\/p>\n

Side Effects of Cialis<\/h2>\n

Like most drugs, Cialis has several side effects. Most of these are minor. Unfortunately, for people with a heart condition, these side effects can be severe.<\/p>\n

Common\u00a0side effects of Cialis<\/a>\u00a0include:<\/p>\n